Medieval Cross, Market Sq., Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member garmin_geek
N 51° 55.798 W 001° 43.355
30U E 587830 N 5754019
Undated medieval cross in the Market Square, Stow-on-the-Wold, UK.
Waymark Code: WM6B46
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/06/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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The 1995 restoration plaque indicated that the original stone panels depicted the Crucifixion, Edward the Confessor, The Civil War (UK) and the wool trade.
Second plaque indicates it was restored in 1878 to commemorate a local individual’s contribution to the village. (very hard to read the ancient script)
Type of cross: Eastern cross

Material used: Stone (granite, sandstone, marble, ...)

Characteristics of this cross:
Very old, worn but plaques state it has been restored at least twice.

Describe the location:
Market Square on High Street.

Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes

Year of manufacture: Not listed
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