St. Cuthbert's Well : Cuddy Keld

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St. Cuthbert's Well : Cuddy Keld

Image: © Hugh Mortimer Taken: 6 Aug 2006

In the parish of Uckerby. A classic Holy Well, near Scorton Station, with a keyhole shape, canopy and steps. The origins are unclear, but the site became a popular spa with the coming of the railway to Richmond in 1846. (recently restored). Cuddy Keld is the local name.

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Image Location

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Latitude
54.408433
Longitude
-1.61496