Monument record 2458 - Tableypipe Wood
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Summary
Tableypipe Wood was the site of a duck decoy in late 19th century. Duck decoys were built to trap wildfowl using nets over a narrow stretch of water. Artificial decoys were built in the 18th century which had radiating arms called pipes into which ducks would be enticed.
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Full Description
Tableypipe Wood - the site of a duck decoy in late C19th (1).
<1> Dodgson J McN, 1970-2, 1981, The Place-Names of Cheshire, 2/62 (Y) (Book). SCH3228.
<1> Dodgson J McN, 1970-2, 1981, The Place-Names of Cheshire, vol .II p.62 (Book). SCH3228.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 71 80 (point) 6 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ78SW |
| Civil Parish | TABLEY SUPERIOR, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | TABLEY SUPERIOR, ROSTHERNE, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 14 2024 4:29PM