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Winchester UK: Winchester, High Street, Buttercross
 The High Cross Winchester High Street, also known as the City or Butter Cross. Dated as an early 15th Century monument, it was restored by G. G. Scott in 1865. The Cross is described as a tall many-pinnacled cross on a stepped plinth with five octagonal steps.This location was once used by countrymen to sell produce, hence the name Butter Cross. In 1770 it was sold off by the Paving Commissioners to a Mr Dummer. When he tried to remove it, history records that the good citizens of Winchester organised a small riot and preserved the monument for the City of Winchester. MORE... |
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The High Cross Winchester High Street, also known as the City or Butter Cross. Dated as an early 15th Century monument, it was restored by G. G. Scott in 1865. The Cross is described as a tall many-pinnacled cross on a stepped plinth with five octagonal steps. This location was once used by countrymen to sell produce, hence the name Butter Cross. In 1770 it was sold off by the Paving Commissioners to a Mr Dummer. When he tried to remove it, history records that the good citizens of Winchester organised a small riot and preserved the monument for the City of Winchester. Winchester, High Street, Buttercross - Winchester UK. Review by Tony. NEXT -> Hotels in Winchester UK 5 Day, 10 Day, 15 Day long range weather forecast and current conditions for Winchester, High Street, Buttercross, Winchester
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