Sandbach Crosses, Anglo-Saxon stone crosses in Sandbach, England
The Sandbach Crosses are two tall sandstone monuments with detailed medieval carvings that stand in a cobbled market square. Their surfaces display religious scenes, animals, and geometric patterns distributed across the entire height of both stones.
The crosses originated in the 9th century but were dismantled by Puritans in the 17th century. They were reassembled in 1816 from pieces discovered scattered around the area.
The crosses display religious scenes rooted in medieval Christian artistic traditions that still shape the square's character today. These visual narratives have remained central to how locals and visitors understand the place's spiritual role.
The crosses remain accessible in the market square during daylight hours and can be viewed from outside without entry fees. Sandbach town center has several parking options within a short walk, making a visit straightforward to arrange.
These monuments rank among the most complete Anglo-Saxon high crosses in England and once bore vibrant paint covering their surfaces. That they were actually reassembled after destruction shows how much the community valued preserving them for later generations.
Location: Sandbach
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/sandbach-crosses
GPS coordinates: 53.14402,-2.36210
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06
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