Ouldsbroom Cross at the junction of the B3357 and the lane to Ponsworthy

Date:
1967
Location:
Ouldsbroom Cross, Widecombe in the Moor, Teignbridge, Devon
Reference:
DES01/05/0098
Type:
Photograph (Negative)
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Description

In the early 19th century the cross was removed to nearby Town Farm, Leusdon and used as a gatepost (the holes visible held the hinges for the gate). In the 1950s it was returned near to it's original position where it still stands.

Content

This is part of the Series: DES01/05 Eileen Deste: Tamar Valley; within the Collection: DES01 Eileen Deste Collection

Rights

© Historic England Archive

People & Organisations

Photographer: Deste, Eileen

Keywords

Medieval Cross