Sign for the Cross Keys
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Sign for the Cross Keys
Image: © Maigheach-gheal Taken: 22 Mar 2010
Prior to the Reformation this was a very common inn sign, for it was the emblem of St Peter. When Henry VIII broke with Rome a number of signs changed to the King's Head. Later the keys had a significance when watchmen kept guard throughout the night on behalf of the community.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.226727
Longitude
-2.773654