It’s a beautiful area and I imagine it must look magical and majestic from the cockpit of your plane. It is great that fragments of the fabric survive to tell the story, but the destruction of the obelisk is a sad tale.

It’s good to see that something was saved. Somewhere inside, a voice in me is muttering ‘the seed that saved a species’ but that voice maybe doesn’t belong in the 21st century.

Good morning Ian. I’m very pleased that you enjoyed the article and that you have family memories of it before it was lost. Thanks for getting in touch.

Fascinating article. My Mother born in the neighbouring village of Chelmondiston in 1928 often recalled walks to the obelisk.

Yes, not so much scope in Suffolk for ‘Hilltop Monuments’. Very pleased to have introduced you to pictures of the obelisk. It’s such a shame it has gone, but I’m envious of the lucky villagers who salvaged fragments.

Hello John. Thank you for the kind comments. I think I have a few more subjects to explore so keep tuning in on a Saturday morning!

Thanks Simon. Your help was invaluable. It’s always great to find a knowledgeable ‘local’ with whom to swap notes. Loved our brisk walk round on that beautiful bright day.