English Heritage sites near North Rode Parish
SANDBACH CROSSES
9 miles from North Rode Parish
The two massive Saxon stone crosses, elaborately carved with animals and Biblical scenes including the Nativity of Christ and the Crucifixion, dominate the cobbled market square of Sandbach.
ARBOR LOW STONE CIRCLE AND GIB HILL BARROW
17 miles from North Rode Parish
The region's most important prehistoric site, Arbor Low is a Neolithic henge monument atmospherically set in high moorland. A circle of some 50 white limestone slabs within an earthen bank and ditch.
PEVERIL CASTLE
19 miles from North Rode Parish
Founded soon after 1066 by William Peverel, one of William the Conqueror's most trusted knights, Peveril Castle offers breathtaking views of the Peak District from its position high above Castleton.
CROXDEN ABBEY
20 miles from North Rode Parish
The impressive remains of an abbey of Cistercian 'white monks', including towering fragments of its 13th-century church, infirmary and 14th-century abbot's lodging.
BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK
22 miles from North Rode Parish
If you’re planning a family day out in Cheshire, then a visit to Beeston Castle in Tarporley fits the bill perfectly. This 'Castle of the Rock' is famous for its spectacular views.
NINE LADIES STONE CIRCLE
23 miles from North Rode Parish
A small early Bronze Age stone circle of (actually) ten stones. Believed to be nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday.
Churches in North Rode Parish
St Michael
Church Lane
North Rode
Congleton
01260 223346
http://northrodechurch.org.uk
You are assured of a warm welcome to our lovely village church built in 1846, which belongs to a benefice with Gawsworth. See http://www.northrodechurch.org.uk for more information.
Pubs in North Rode Parish
Chain & Gate
This is a country pub with a difference. It is situated just off the main road from Macclesfield to Congleton, in an area where local custom is sparse. A recent addition is an extensive function room, The Gate Hall, suitable for wedding...