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Repairs and protection granted for Ireby's historic Butter Cross
Monday, 03 November 2008 00:00
The Market or Butter Cross is a Grade II Listed monument erected in the 17th Century and is an important feature of the market square in the Cumbrian village of Ireby. The monument, which is made of red sandstone, commemorates the granting of a market charter to William de Ireby in 1237 by King Henry III. Last repaired in 1997 following accidental damage caused by a milk tanker, the Butter Cross has again been damaged by the wear and tear of a passing vehicle. Ireby and Uldale Parish Council applied for the grant and the parish council will also meet the cost of installing protective bollards to help prevent any more damage from passing traffic.The contractor, who will repair and repoint the stones is due to start work at the beginning of November, weather permitting. Parish clerk Mrs Janice Rae said: "The Cross in Ireby is a Grade II listed monument with an historic connection dating back to 1237 when King Henry III granted a market charter to William de Ireby and the Market (Butter) Cross was erected in 1275. Members of Ireby and Uldale Parish Council would like to thank the Friends of the Lake District for the grant towards the repairs, thereby preserving this important feature of great character in the village". Jack Ellerby, policy officer at Friends of the Lake District, said: "We're very happy to offer the parish council an Environmental Improvement Grant of £900 towards ensuring the Cross is restored for the future. Locally distinctive features like the Butter Cross are a vital part of the unique fabric of our Cumbrian villages."
 

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