a general miscellany
In this post I thought I would look at the less dramatic subject of cross bases, many of which are never seen. Last time I briefly mentioned Redman Cross which exists only as a base and may not be in its original position, in this post we will see a few more. The first we … Continue reading Moorland Crosses 3
In my first blog on moorland crosses I mentioned the damage done to Young Ralph and the need for it to be repaired. I'd like to start this post with a similar tale. I first went to find Ainhowe or Ana Cross in 1997. It stands on Spaunton Moor not far from the top of … Continue reading Moorland Crosses 2
Firstly, apologies for the long hiatus between posts. There are many reasons, not all valid. I have long been interested in the wayside crosses of the North York Moors and their environs. I found them fascinating even before I came to live in this area and over the years have driven and walked through many … Continue reading Moorland Crosses 1
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