Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval wayside cross at Bodden

Medieval wayside cross at Bodden

England
List entry 1015798
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bodden Wayside Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Somerset, England. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents the type of wayside cross that once marked routes, boundaries, or served devotional purposes throughout the English countryside. The cross survives as a testament to medieval religious practices and the landscape organisation of its era. Its presence in the Somerset landscape reflects the importance of such monuments in medieval communities.

Medieval wayside cross at Bodden is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015798. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval wayside cross at Bodden?

Bodden Wayside Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015798.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval wayside cross at Bodden?

Medieval wayside cross at Bodden 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 1015798.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval wayside cross at Bodden?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including An area of the Romano-British linear village at Fosse Lane, Shepton Mallet (2 km), Small Down Knoll camp (4.3 km), Medieval standing cross 50m west of St Peter's Church (5.4 km).

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