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Altitude: 114 m. ASL.
Region:
United Kingdom (UK) > Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Cache type: Traditional
Size: Small
Status:
Ready for Search
Date hidden: 17-05-2011
Date created: 09-05-2011
Date published: 17-05-2011
Last modification: 17-05-2011 
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The stones of Monks way are thought to be remnants of paths linking ancient monastic sites in the area from Beauvale Priory right down to Lenton Priory.
The Stones are most obvious here at Main Street, Strelley where they are incorporated into the footpath from the Broad Oak Public House up to the church. Traces can also be found on the paths and bridleways linking with Cossall village and several sections have been uncovered on Mill Lane at Cossall between the Nottingham Canal and the railway.
Legend has it that the stones were laid by monks who brought a slab on the back of a mule each time they used the path. This may be true but equally there are theories that the stones are more recent having been laid for the transport of coal by packhorses during the 18th century.
No-one knows for sure the origins of the Monks Way although the stone paths almost certainly pre-date the canal era (the Nottingham Canal was built in 1796) and may well be laid over an ancient route.
Parking is avalable in the widened area next to Strelley Church or at the Broad Oak car park (10 min walk to cache, uphill) if you fancy a refreshment stop.
This location is about 10 minutes from the M1, J26 and retains it's rural village atmosphere.
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