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Memorials & monuments · West Midlands

Remains of Knightlow Cross

In or near Ryton-on-Dunsmore.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Remains of Knightlow Cross — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Stretton On Dunsmore - geograph.org.uk - 810804

Ian Rob — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Copsewood Miniature Railway · 5.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Remains of Knightlow Cross is a memorial located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

The Remains of Knightlow Cross is a historic memorial located in the West Midlands. It commemorates a significant waypoint on the historic route between London and the North. The site is notable for its archaeological value, reflecting the region's medieval heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.3599, -1.4073
County
Warwickshire
District
Rugby
Parish
Stretton-on-Dunsmore
Postcode
CV23 9HS
Parliamentary constituency
Kenilworth and Southam
Nearest railway station
Copsewood Miniature Railway5.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Remains of Knightlow Cross?
Remains of Knightlow Cross is in Warwickshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode CV23 9HS), in the parish of Stretton-on-Dunsmore.
What is Remains of Knightlow Cross?
Remains of Knightlow Cross — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Remains of Knightlow Cross?
The nearest railway station is Copsewood Miniature Railway, about 5.8 km away. The nearest town is Ryton-on-Dunsmore. Drivers can use postcode CV23 9HS.
Is Remains of Knightlow Cross free to visit?
Yes, Remains of Knightlow Cross is free to enter.
How do I get to Remains of Knightlow Cross?
The nearest railway station is Copsewood Miniature Railway, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CV23 9HS.