Monument record HXN 110 - St Edmunds Oak; St Edmunds Cross
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Summary
Stone cross marking the suggested spot on which had stood St Edmunds Oak. Formerly recorded as HXN MISC
Location
| Grid reference | TM 1830 7669 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM17NE |
| Civil Parish | HOXNE, MID SUFFOLK, SUFFOLK |
Map
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Full Description
Stone cross marking the suggested spot on which had stood St Edmunds Oak. The tree fell down in 1848 at which time it was reported that an arrowhead was found embedded at a depth of more than 2 feet (S1)(S2)(R1).
Claimed to be connected to martydom site of St Edmund at Hoxne (though note Bradfield St Clare (see BSC 018) now thought to be more likely martyrdom site.
Formerly recorded as HXN MISC
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Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 16 2018 3:37PM