Monument record 438/0/11 - Cuckstool
Please read our guidance about the use of Cheshire Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
In 1730, the constables of Warrington erected a new cuckstool near the bridge. A ducking stool was a chair attached to the end of a plank that was used to punish people by submerging them under water.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
In 1730, the constables of Warrington erected a new cuckstool near the bridge(1).
<1> Beamont W, 1889, A History of Latchford, /128 (Book). SCH71.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ68NW14/1960 (Index). SCH2487.
Sources/Archives (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 607 879 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ68NW |
| Civil Parish | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 24 2024 6:50PM