Gosforth Cross
Introduction
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Gosforth Cross
Image: © G Laird Taken: 25 Jul 2017
Situated in St Mary's churchyard at Gosforth, the Gosforth Cross is an ancient cross depicting elaborate carvings of scenes from Scandinavian sagas and the crucifixion. The red sandstone cross is estimated to date from 920-950AD and is still in good condition. The Church of St Mary in the background is a Grade I Listed Building. http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101063710-church-of-st-mary-gosforth#.WYzPMTGWw5s
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Image Location
Latitude
54.419076
Longitude
-3.43133