Church steps, blue plaque in Rochdale

Plaque name
Church steps
Type
Blue commemorative plaque
Area
Rochdale
Address
Packer Street and Nelson Street, Rochdale OL16 1NJ
Description
Possibly dating back to the 12th century, these steps have been the key route linking the town centre to the Church of St Chad for hundreds of years. Mourning relatives would climb these steps and scatter rue and rosemary in 'Gods Acre' (St Chad's Churchyard) as an offering to ease the spirits of their loved ones.
Image
The blue plaque at the foot of the church steps.
Years marked
None
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