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The Holy Well on Alderley Edge

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The Holy Well on Alderley Edge
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The Holy Well on Alderley Edge is traditionally associated with Saint Winifred, a 7th-century Welsh saint linked to several holy wells in Cheshire and Wales. It was historically visited for its supposed healing properties, particularly for ailments of the eyes and general well-being.

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Photo: Raymond Knapman · CC BY-SA 2.0