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Compston's Cross

Name: Compston's Cross
Rating: 2

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Location: Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. The Singing Ringing Tree – Compston's Cross loop from Water

11.6km

03:09

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Rose Hill

12.9km

03:35

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Rawtenstall

28.6km

08:15

690m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alex Foxfield

February 9, 2021

Crossroads used to be considered as enchanted places, where strange, magical events might take place. Crosses would be erected to sanctify the spot, ensuring safe passage for travellers.

Compston's Cross was moved here by Alderman Samuel Compston in 1902. The high ground makes for marvellous walking, with excellent views to Clowbridge Reservoir, Nutshaw Hill and Pendle Hill.

JakobusPilger

August 30, 2025

The small sacred monument, listed here in the komoot system under the name "Stone Cross Monument," is called "Compston's Cross." It has a base of three tapered brick circles and has stood at this location for more than 120 years. It is likely of older origin, as the stone cross is said to have been relocated here – about halfway between Clough Bottom Reservoir and Clowbridge Reservoir – at the beginning of the 20th century.

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Ian Delve

July 4, 2024

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Elevation 350 m

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Location: Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Compston's Cross

1. The Singing Ringing Tree – Compston's Cross loop from Water

2. Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Rose Hill

3. Clowbridge Reservoir – Compston's Cross loop from Rawtenstall

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