Man's Cross

Settlement in Essex Braintree

England

Man's Cross

The White Hart This is the White Hart Inn in Great Yeldham. The picture was taken during the long hot summer of 1975 whilst researching for a CSE Geography project. It was big brothers Consul Classic in the car park. The White Hart has been around since the 15th Century so 30 years is the blink of an eye on that timescale. See what I mean? <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/246972">TL7637 : White Hart Plus Thirty Years</a> — The White Hart Credit: Glyn Baker

Man's Cross is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated in the Tendring district, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is known for its tranquil and rural atmosphere. The village is situated approximately 3 miles northeast of the town of Manningtree and lies close to the River Stour.

Man's Cross is a historic settlement that dates back several centuries. Its name is believed to have derived from the crossroads that existed in the area, where a man known as "Man" used to stand to direct travelers. Although the original cross no longer exists, the village still retains its name as a testament to its past.

The village features a mix of architectural styles, with traditional thatched-roof cottages and more modern houses. It is a close-knit community, with a small but active population that takes pride in maintaining the village's charm and character.

A notable landmark in Man's Cross is the village church, which is dedicated to St. Peter. Dating back to the 14th century, it showcases impressive medieval architecture and is a significant historical and cultural site.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and nature walks. The nearby River Stour also provides opportunities for boating and fishing.

Although Man's Cross is a small village, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns such as Manningtree, which offer amenities such as shops, schools, and medical facilities. The village is well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities via road and rail.

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Man's Cross Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.021407/0.551782 or Grid Reference TL7538. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The White Hart

This is the White Hart Inn in Great Yeldham. The picture was taken during the long hot summer of 1975 whilst researching for a CSE Geography project. It was big brothers Consul Classic in the car park. The White Hart has been around since the 15th Century so 30 years is the blink of an eye on that timescale. See what I mean? TL7637 : White Hart Plus Thirty Years

Glyn Baker

Village sign, Great Yeldham, Essex

Robert Edwards

St. Andrew's church, Great Yeldham, Essex

This church stands very close to the main road. Apart from the 15th century tower, the church is 14th century.

Robert Edwards

Old barn at Grass Green Farm, Toppesfield, Essex

This farm is actually located at an area known as Grass Green, which is a short distance north-west of Toppesfield.

Robert Edwards

Meads Farmhouse, near Great Yeldham, Essex

Robert Edwards

Hope Baptist Chapel, Great Yeldham, Essex

This chapel was built in 1867.

Robert Edwards

White Hart Plus Thirty Years

This is TL7637 : The White Hart taken 31 years later, strangely the car park seems to have shrunk a bit but otherwise very little has changed.

Glyn Baker

Great Meadowend Farm

Robert Edwards

The A.1017, heading towards Great Yeldham, Essex

Robert Edwards

Great Yeldham Road

This section of the road is between Toppesfield and Great Yeldham.

Robert Edwards

Mill Lane

Robert Edwards

Waggon and Horses

The Waggon and Horses pub in Great Yeldham 2 days before removal of the "Norfolk" type waggon for restoration

Oxyman

Norfolk Waggon outside the Waggon and Horses pub

A "Norfolk"double breasted, half-lock, farmers road waggon, with a 7-10 ton capacity. built for Mr. Saunders, in Rushall near Diss, Norfolk in 1840. Used until the 1950's for transporting goods and livestock. Regularly used to and from nearby railway stations, including Stradbroke on the "Mid Suffolk Light Railway". Sold by W.C. Saunders at auction in 1974 to Mr. Philips of Castle Hedingham. Restored by Stephen Binks and Justin Carpenter in 1995. The waggon has been fitted with pneumatic tyres ready for transportation to its new owners and is now no longer at this site

Oxyman

Warehouse east of Stambourne

Presumably built as an agricultural barn or workshop but now apparently occupied by the Balti Rice Company. There is a farmstead directly opposite on the south side of the road.

Robert Walden

Bridleway and Access to Gunce's Farm

This bridleway has been surfaced in concrete sections

Robert Walden

Overgrown field near Great Yeldham

The long grass in this field was actually a relief to walk through having just come through a long stretch of waist-high nettles and thistles in TL7536!

Stephen Craven

The Yeldham Oak

The Yeldham Oak, Great Yeldham, Essex. According to a plaque on the tree, its history is obscure but it is shown on a map dated 1777. Records show the tree was alive after 1860 and attained a girth of nearly 30 Ft and a height of over 80 Ft and reputed to be over 300 years old. The remains of the trunk was encased in concrete in 1949.

Keith Evans