William Warren bronze plaque
Overview
William Warren bronze plaque is recorded as Commemorative plaque in England Cambridge. This bronze commemorative plaque records: This disk marks the datum point from which in 1725 William Warren, fellow of Trinity Hall, began to measure the one mile points along the roads from Cambridge at which were then set up the first time milestones in Britain since Roman Times.
Why it was made
The saved account records: This bronze commemorative plaque records: This disk marks the datum point from which in 1725 William Warren, fellow of Trinity Hall, began to measure the one mile points along the roads from Cambridge at which were then set up the first time milestones in Britain since Roman Times.
People and events
The short source does not safely name the people, events or traditions tied to this exact point. A famous nearby story is not attached without evidence that it belongs here.
How it worked
The label Commemorative plaque gives the safest clue to purpose or form. It does not by itself prove the exact building method, daily use, age or sequence of changes at this place.
What remains
The official record fixes the place and calls it Commemorative plaque. It does not provide a full list of finds or a current condition report, so visible and buried remains are not guessed.
Why it mattered
William Warren bronze plaque matters because its inscription ties a person, group, event or old local practice to this exact place. The source records: This disk marks the datum point from which in 1725 William Warren, fellow of Trinity Hall, began to measure the one mile points along the roads from Cambridge at which were then set up the first time milestones in Britain since Roman Times. The importance lies in the life remembered here, not in the plaque as a piece of metal.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
A monument record does not grant access to the land or permission to touch, climb or disturb it. Check current paths, ownership and protection before visiting.