Maen Achwyfan Cross
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Hauntingly beautiful and massively under-rated as a very significant cross, especially this far west. It's similar to some Mercian crosses, and absolutely fascinating. It stands there so full of history and religious significance. We don't know how lucky we are that these dark age remains exist alongside our modern world. Wonderful.
Richard Forde-Johnston
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It's a tall carved stone in a field! It's very ancient and no one really knows its history or purpose. Something that would be lovely to come across on a countryside walk as an aside, but as it's on private land, with access, you have to make the effort to go and see it. So not really worth the time unless you're big into your historic monuments.
Nic Breeze
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11 feet high, early standing cross dating to about the 10th century - probably! The shaft is covered with interlaced designs that show a strong Viking influence. It’s in remarkable condition for something that’s a thousand years old and unprotected from the elements. There’s space for a few cars to park close by.
Peter Hadfield
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Simply breathtaking. To stand in awe of something so beautiful and meaning. These amazing ancient people created a powerful symbol which still has the same affect in the modern era.
Owain Glyndwr
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10/10 great day out for the family, no queues, easy parking, lots of places to sit, didn’t even have to pay!
Charlie De La Fosse
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Whitford, Holywell CH8 9DD, United Kingdom
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cultural
scenic
off the beaten path
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Maen Achwyfan Cross, located near the village of Whitford, Flintshire, Wales, is a high cross dating from the late 10th or early 11th century. Standing 3.4 metres high, it is the tallest wheel cross in Britain, and a Scheduled monument.
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