GC1HHDM Alan's Cross! (Traditional Cache) in Yorkshire, United Kingdom created by Billyrover

This cache has been archived.

Dalesman: This cache has been in need of care and maintenance for some time and as the owner has not repaired it I am archiving it.

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GC1HHDM ▼

A cache by Billyrover Message this owner

Hidden : 10/25/2008

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

Cache number two in a series of mainly urban (i.e. nano) caches in and around Doncaster featuring some of the more noted architectural features of the town.

Before he retired my Dad (visit link) was a stonemason, he has worked on many of the landmarks in the area, and more than a few of them now have a cache nearby. This cross was erected by my Dad (Alan) for Sprotbrough Parish Council to commemorate the new millennium.

The local parish church, which is over the road also features some of Alan's handy work, which can be seen in the new stone work. St Mary's Church Sprotbrough dates from 1176 and is interesting to have a look around if you get chance.

Just around the corner is The Old Rectory. It was the childhood home of Group Capt. Sir Douglas Bader. In 1928, Bader joined the RAF, but only two years later lost both of his legs in an aircraft crash attempting a "tarmac" landing (coming to a full stop before the start of the runway proper), an action prohibited in RAF regulations at the time. Bader recovered, learned to fly again, passed his check flights, and attempted to stay in the RAF but was forced to leave on 30 April 1933. After the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939, he was drafted and requested to be assigned to the RAF, eventually doing so. Posted to a fighter squadron in 1940 Bader scored his first kills during the Battle of France over Dunkirk. Douglas Bader ended the conflict with 22 aerial victories, scored in the Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire. Bader left the RAF for good in February 1946. A brass plaque commemorates this near the entrance to The Old Rectory.

The local pub seems to be a favourite with Cachers at the moment, and is a good place to take a break. It also would be a handy place to park.

The Cache is a MICRO, you will need a pen or pencil. The cache is in a very exposed position, in the heart of a busy village, stealth will be essential. Please ensure the cache is well hidden, and keep a good eye out for nosey muggles. Happy caching.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Onfr bs gerr, oruvaq ybt.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)