윅 리싱턴 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Very lovely

In the case of a "market cross," as we encounter here again, one would have to ask the fundamental question of whether it is actually primarily a small sacred monument—as its cross shape suggests—or whether it is more of a secular object. In times long past, such a cross—unlike classic wayside crosses or field crosses—was only allowed to be erected if the corresponding locality also possessed so-called "market rights"—that is, if it had been granted them by the local ruler.

In the middle of a small green area within the village, a cross rises atop a tall stone shaft. However, as hikers notice upon approach, this is by no means a small sacred monument in the sense of the wayside crosses common in some regions. Rather, this monument, like those found in many villages, is dedicated to the memory of the victims of war and tyranny.

Picture perfect

Path good underfoot

Plenty of time to look around

Very photogenic place can be busy

The public footpath through Manor Farm is no longer accessible as it is now private land and the roadway is blocked with electrically operated gates. You can detour around it via a bridleway.