Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCromwell's Arch and adjacent arch

Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch

England
List entry 1003831
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cromwell's Arch is a stone structure located in Devon, England, with the National Heritage List for England designation 1003831. The monument comprises an arch and adjacent archway of uncertain but medieval or post-medieval date. The physical remains consist of worked stone forming part of what may have been a gateway, bridge, or similar architectural feature, though the precise original function and dating require further archaeological investigation. The site represents an important example of Devon's built heritage, though detailed scholarly documentation of its specific chronology and provenance remains limited in the accessible record.

Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003831. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch?

Cromwell's Arch is a stone structure located in Devon, England, with the National Heritage List for England designation 1003831. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003831.

Who is responsible for protecting Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch?

Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1003831.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cromwell's Arch and adjacent arch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bovey Potteries (1.3 km), Earthwork (possibly civil war) on Bovey Heath (2.1 km), Haytor granite tramway (4.6 km).

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