Reading Abbey Anglican Cross - Reading, UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member dtrebilc
N 51° 27.401 W 000° 57.964
30U E 641308 N 5702574
This Anglican cross stands in Forbury Gardens, formerly the outer court of Reading Abbey.
Waymark Code: WM1215V
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/29/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member pmaupin
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This cross was erected by a local historian and celebrates the foundation of Reading Abbey in 1121.

It is a Historic England Grade II Listed Building. "Erected 1909 "To the memory of Henry Beauclerk, King of England, who founded Reading Abbey on June 18, 1121, and was buried before its high altar on January 4, 1136". Tapering granite shaft on 3 steps. Tall. Capped with ringed cross. On north side badge of Plantagenets (3 leopards) and on south, badge of the abbey (3 scallops). The erection of this monument was instigated by the local antiquary Dr James on Hurry." link
Type of cross: Celtic cross

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

Characteristics of this cross:
Celtic cross on top of base which stands on a 3 stepped base.

Describe the location:
South east corner of Forbury Gardens, close to the path leading to the Abbey ruins

Year of manufacture: 06/10/1909

Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes
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