Monument record 502/1/7 - Milepost, Grand Union Canal
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Summary
Cast iron milepost dated 1893. Reads: GJC Co/ LEICESTER/ 26 MILES.
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Full Description
{1} Cast iron milepost on towpath dated c.1893; bears rectangular plate with inscription "GJC CO LEICESTER 26 MILES"; 'old' Grand Union Canal of 1810-14 became Leicester Line of Grand Junction Canal in 1893-4;
<1> List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest, (unchecked) (Catalogue). SNN46393.
<2> Milestone Society, 2005, Milestone Society Repository, OUC-26 (Website). SNN111215.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 6211 8187 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WELFORD, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 10 2024 10:43AM
