Monument record MDO43341 - Medieval cross, Bishops Down, Folke
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Summary
The remains of a late 15th century cross were found built into the chimney of a farm cottage, now demolished, at Bishop's Down. They consist of pieces of an octagonal pedestal with carvings on the faces of the octagon, and are now in Sherborne Castle Museum.
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Full Description
The remains of a late 15th century cross were found built into the chimney of a farm cottage, now demolished, at Bishop's Down, Folke. They consist of pieces of an Octagonal pedestal with carvings on the faces of the octagon. It is described in <1> as a 'churchyard' or 'highway' cross. Now in Sherborne Castle Museum. <1> <2>
The cottage was demolished in 1910 or a little later (H Loder). Its footings are still traceable in a grass-covered area at ST 67281210. <3>
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SWX1896 Article in serial: Barrett, W B. 1910-11. Somerset and Dorset Notes and Queries 12. Vol 12. 178-181, 218-220.
- <2> SDO97 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments England. 1952. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume I (West). 69.
- <3> SDO11903 Unpublished document: Quinnell, N V. Various. Field Investigators Comments NVQ. F1 NVQ 23-SEP-55.
- <3.1> SDO17517 Verbal communication: Loder, H. 1955. Oral: H Loder, Ryalls Farm, Folke.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 199530.
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Location
| Grid reference | ST 6728 1210 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST61SE |
| Civil Parish | Folke; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 61 SE 6
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 199530
Record last edited
Jan 18 2022 9:26AM