Alderley Edge, The Holy Well 1896
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In medieval times each holy well was believed to be protected by a saint, and many were named accordingly, e.g. St Anne's Well. The revenues from these wells could be substantial; the faithful had to pay to take the waters. During the Dissolution they were closed on the orders of Thomas Cromwell, Chief Minister to Henry VIII, in an attempt to destroy any cult following that might exist.
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