Queen Victoria's Cross, Hexworthy, Dartmoor UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Brentorboxer
N 50° 32.273 W 003° 53.890
30U E 436352 N 5598822
Quick Description: A Celtic cross which commemorates the reign of Queen Victoria.
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 8/21/2007 3:06:31 AM
Waymark Code: WM21RR
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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Long Description:
This Celtic cross overlooks the Dart Valley at Hexworthy was erected to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. The granite was provided by Merrivale Quarry on West Dartmoor.
The inscription reads
"VR 1837 - 1897 Also to the glory of God in commemoration
of the 60 years of Queen Victoria's reign."

Type of cross: Celtic cross

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

Characteristics of this cross:
A tall cross on a pedestal, with an incription.

Describe the location:
On moorland overlooking the Dart Valley at Hexworthy.

Year of manufacture: 01/01/1897

Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes
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