Monument record 2871/1/2 - St Helens Well
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Summary
A well in the grounds of Hooton Hall is dedicated to St. Helen It was later covered by a well house, which was eventually converted to a cottage. The water from the well was believed to have medicinal properties. . The well may have a medieval origin, but no early references are known.
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Full Description
Well in the grounds of Hooton Hall, dedicated to St. Helen. Later covered by a well house, which was eventually converted to a cottage. The water from the well was believed to have medicinal properties. Exact location unknown. May have a medieval origin, but no early references are known (1).
<1> 1994, Merseyside SMR, ref.387801 (Book). SCH2189.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH2189 Book: 1994. Merseyside SMR. ref.387801.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 386 781 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ37NE |
| Civil Parish | ELLESMERE PORT NON-PARISH AREA, ELLESMERE PORT AND NESTON, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | HOOTON, EASTHAM, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 16 2024 10:42AM