Whiteleaf Cross

Whiteleaf Cross is a chalk carving on the northern slope of Whiteleaf Hill near Princes Risborough. The white figure forms a distinct cross shape that stands out clearly against the green hillside below.

The cross first appeared in written records around 1742 when it was documented as an established feature of the area. Its true age remains uncertain, though the figure has long been maintained and protected by the local community.

The preservation of this chalk hill figure was mandated by a specific Act in 1839, highlighting its importance to the local heritage.

The site is accessible via several walking paths, with a car park located on Peters Lane in Princes Risborough serving as the main starting point. The figure is best viewed from the surrounding hills and footpaths around the nature reserve, which offer clear sightlines to the chalk carving.

A neolithic barrow sits at the top of Whiteleaf Hill very close to the chalk figure, creating a link between two periods of local history. This layering of ancient features across the same hilltop gives the place an unexpected depth.

Location: Princes Risborough

GPS coordinates: 51.72860,-0.81160

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08