Rock obelisk
Introduction
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Rock obelisk
Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 9 Jun 2023
The area close to the Taw banks and the old town centre used to contain ruined cottages, a factory yard and a limekiln in the late nineteenth century. Local man William Rock became a wealthy printer and author and purchased the land for public benefit. Cleared of the past and landscaped, Rock Park was officially opened on 12th August, 1879; this obelisk marks the occasion and the northwest entrance. It bears an inscription: 'It is hoped the public will protect what is intended for public enjoyment'.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.075527
Longitude
-4.055777
