The Obelisk, Birdwell
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Image: © Neil Theasby Taken: 23 Nov 2012
This stone obelisk was constructed in 1775 (according to its plaque) to mark the distance (3 miles) to Wentworth Castle. The obelisk was struck by lightning on 6th June 1906.