The small sacred monument, known as the "Mellor Cross," located in a very prominent location here, commemorates the co-founder of the Methodist Church, John Wesley. The search for traces takes …

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David Howells

May 27, 2021

Hiking

Didn't expect to see this. This huge wooden cross marks the site where John Wesley preached. It stands on the only part of Mellor Moor that is actually moorland and is sccess land. The inscription says "Erected by the Marple and District Council of Churches. 27th March 1970."
It looks out over southern Stockport and beyond.

Tom Wright

May 30, 2019

Mountain biking

Good photo spot along Route M1 from Roman Lakes

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Mellor Moor Trig Point – Mellor Cross loop from New Mills Central

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Mellor Cross – The Torrs Millennium Walkway loop from Marple

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Black Lane to Mellor Cross – Mellor Cross loop from Mellor Hall

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Location: Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Mellor Moor Trig Point – Mellor Cross loop from New Mills Central

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