Cross Lane

Settlement in Cheshire

England

Cross Lane

Middlewich Branch Looking towards Church Minshull. — Middlewich Branch Credit: Andrew Abbott

Cross Lane is a small village located in the county of Cheshire, England. Situated in the northwestern part of the county, it falls within the administrative boundaries of the borough of Warrington. The village is known for its picturesque setting and rural charm.

The origins of Cross Lane can be traced back to medieval times, and evidence of its long history can be seen in the architecture of some of its buildings. The village is primarily residential, with a small number of shops and amenities catering to the local community. The houses in Cross Lane are predominantly traditional in style, showcasing a mix of architectural designs from different eras.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fields stretching as far as the eye can see. It offers a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Despite its rural location, Cross Lane benefits from good transportation links. The nearby M6 motorway provides easy access to the larger towns and cities in the region, while the village is also served by regular bus services connecting it to neighboring areas.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Cross Lane is an excellent base for exploring the surrounding countryside. The nearby Delamere Forest offers opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting, while the Cheshire Plain is renowned for its scenic beauty.

In summary, Cross Lane is a charming village in Cheshire, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. With its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and convenient location, it is a place that truly captures the essence of rural England.

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Cross Lane Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.136126/-2.4947216 or Grid Reference SJ6760. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Middlewich Branch

Looking towards Church Minshull.

Andrew Abbott

Eardswick Hall Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1320251. Accommodation bridge. 1827-33. Telford design, brick with stone band and copings. Single basket arch, solid parapet and piers. Brick towpath surface.

Andrew Abbott

Minshull Hill Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1138693. Canal bridge circa 1830. A highway bridge over the Middlewich spur of the Shropshire Union Canal which links the Trent and Mersey Canal at Middlewich with the Shropshire Union Canal at Barbridge. Skew arched soffite, in English Bond, of hard burnt mainly blue bricks rising from level brick base 3'0" high. Stone band at carriageway level and stone coping on parapet of English Garden Wall Bond which has curves of slight radius towards end piers.

Andrew Abbott

The Wharf, Church Minshull

Grade II listed. Listing number 1310901. Former canal warehouse and cottage circa.1830 said to be by Thomas Telford, now a dwelling. Red brick with slate roof in late C17 style, 2 storeys 3 bays. Large carriageway arch in forward projecting bay with stone dressing up to moulded springers and brick arch with keystone. This is flanked west by a french window and east by a casement. Stone dressing to quoins and window openings. Central first floor casement has sill at eaves level and is wholly in a large shaped gable, flanking windows are higher but in smaller shaped gables. The east and west main gables are also shaped. The building has its east gable only a few feet from the tow path of the Middlewich spur of Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Middlewich Branch

Near Higher Elms Farm.

Andrew Abbott

Middlewich Branch

Near Higher Elms Farm.

Andrew Abbott

Bridge 15 on the Middlewich Branch

Near Higher Elms Farm.

Andrew Abbott

Hollingshead Bridge

Grade II listed. Listing number 1320249. Accommodation bridge. 1827-33. Telford design. Skew built. Washed brick with stone band and copings. Single-basket arch with saw-toothed arch ring, solid parapet and piers. Towpath retaining wall with stone coping.

Andrew Abbott

Polestead Wood Winding Hole

On the Middlewich Branch.

Andrew Abbott

Eardswick Hall bridge 13

A bridge very much in the Shropshire Union style, but built much later and almost entirely of brick, there being no local source of stone in any case.

Jonathan Wilkins

Weaver valley

The River Weaver is not far away here as it meanders towards the line of the canal. The valley side is quite steep and densely vegetated.

Jonathan Wilkins

Church Minshull village from the Shropshire Union Middlewich Branch Canal

Great canalling holiday from Middlewich to Llangollen!

Andy Beecroft

Minshullhill Bridge (14) - Shropshire Union canal

Also known as Minshull Hill Bridge. Church Minshull Village centre is a quarter mile down the road photo left.

Peter

Dairy Farm, Minshull Vernon

Minshull Vernon. View from Crewe & Nantwich Circular Walk towards Dairy Farm. This farm is unimaginatively, but very appropriately, named! In the middle of flat dairy farming countryside north of Crewe.

Mike Harris

St Bartholomew's Church, Church Minshull

Church Minshull is 5 miles from Crewe, 6 miles from Nantwich and 4 miles from Winsford. It received a mention in the Domesday Book and is now a conservation area. Link