Cross Roads

Settlement in Devon West Devon

England

Cross Roads

Over the fields to Lew Wood The view is north over a hedge, then beyond and above Coryton Barton to Lew Wood. On the lower left of the photo, there is a benchmark on the stone gatepost just above the lower hinge. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm160299" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm160299">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Over the fields to Lew Wood Credit: Neville Goodman

Cross Roads is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the southwestern part of England. Situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the city of Exeter, Cross Roads falls within the administrative district of East Devon. It is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and idyllic countryside.

With a population of around 500 residents, Cross Roads is a close-knit community that offers a tranquil and peaceful environment. The village is characterized by its charming thatched-roof cottages, traditional stone buildings, and a quaint village green, which serves as a focal point for various community events and gatherings.

Despite its small size, Cross Roads boasts a number of amenities for its residents. The village has a primary school, providing education for local children, and a village hall that serves as a hub for social activities and events. Additionally, there is a local pub, offering a friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to enjoy traditional English fare.

The surrounding area of Cross Roads is rich in natural beauty, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. Numerous walking and cycling trails crisscross the countryside, providing breathtaking views and opportunities to explore the nearby moors and woodlands.

Overall, Cross Roads, Devon, offers a serene and picturesque setting, coupled with a strong sense of community. Its proximity to larger towns and cities allows residents to enjoy the tranquility of village life while still having access to urban amenities.

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Cross Roads Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.653003/-4.1940227 or Grid Reference SX4586. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Over the fields to Lew Wood

The view is north over a hedge, then beyond and above Coryton Barton to Lew Wood. On the lower left of the photo, there is a benchmark on the stone gatepost just above the lower hinge. Link

Neville Goodman

Bridge over the River Lew

This bridge over the River Lew is near the Dower House SX4686 : Lewtrenchard: Dower House at Lew Mill. There used to be a cut benchmark on the left hand (NE) parapet, but the parapet has been replaced -- perhaps washed away in a flood sometime? Link

Neville Goodman

Overgrown Lane Middle Raddon

Walking from East Raddon then passing Middle Raddon, there is a track entrance on the right. It is marked on the map, going through eventually to a minor road a little south of Lewdown. About 100m along it, there is a benchmark on a gatepost (according to the OS). We fought our way through nettles and brambles - it was December; it would have been impenetrable in summer. We found the gate, but not the gatepost. There is another benchmark further along, which has the description of being in "OVERGROWN LANE". I don't know if that is its proper name (there is nothing on the map), or if that's what the OS surveyors thought. Link

Neville Goodman

Lewtrenchard Manor

This Jacobean manor house is now an upmarket hotel. We had an excellent afternoon tea here.

Chris Allen

Detail of carved knife showing IXL feature

A curious detail, only just visible in the photo, was added to the knife blade - the letters IXL which Hems adopted for his own self-promotion (inditing his proud boast... namely:- "I excel"). The letters, with an asterisk as in I*XL, were initially a corporate mark formally registered to his mother's Wostenholm family who ran a large and very successful Sheffield firm of cutlers. SX4387 : Bench end - St. John the Baptist Link

Harry Hems as a young boy had been unsuccessfully apprenticed to his grandparent's firm of cutlers but abandoned it to take up an apprenticeship with a Sheffield woodcarver.

Colin Vosper

Entrance to Jethro's

Rob Purvis

Lewdown : The Redcliffes

A road heading out from Lewdown.

Lewis Clarke

Lewdown : The Redcliffes

A road heading into Lewdown.

Lewis Clarke

Lewtrenchard: Dower House at Lew Mill

Martin Bodman

Lewtrenchard: Lew Mill

Buildings, formerly a water mill

Martin Bodman

Thrushelton: view towards the church

Martin Bodman

Old Direction Sign - Signpost by ruined toll house, Coryton Parish

Ball finial - 3 arms; Devon compass points by the UC road, in parish of Coryton (West Devon District), Coryton Barton, by ruins of tollhouse, under trees. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DV_SX4584

Alan Rosevear

Old Milestone by the former A30, Lewdown, Lewtrenchard

Carved stone post by the UC road (was A30), in parish of LEWTRENCHARD (WEST DEVON District), Lewdown, 50m West of Victory Hall, by path, under hedge, on North side of road. Launceston gable, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : LAUNCESTON / 8 / OKEHAMPTON 10½ : Milestone Society National ID: DV_LAOK08

Alan Rosevear

Old Milestone near Lobhill Cross, Thrushelton

Carved stone post by the UC road (was A30), in parish of THRUSHELTON (WEST DEVON District), just East of Lobhill Cross, 50m up (West) from Lobhill Lodge, in hedge bank, on North side of road. Launceston gable, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : LAUNCESTON / 9 / OKEHAMPTON 9½ : Milestone Society National ID: DV_LAOK09.

A Rosevear

Old Milestone in Stowford Parish, West Devon

Carved stone post by the UC road (was A30), in parish of STOWFORD (WEST DEVON District), Royal Exchange B&B car park, 50m West of minor road to Stowford, on grass verge by small wall, close to telegraph pole, on North side of road. Launceston gable, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- LAUNCESTON 7 OKEHAMPTON 11½ Carved benchmark on lower front face. Devon & Dartmoor HER listed. HER Number: MDV39608 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DV_LAOK07

Alan Rosevear

Old Boundary Marker by Lobhillcross, Lewtrenchard parish

Parish Boundary Marker by the UC road (was A30), in parish of Lewtrenchard (West Devon District), Lobhillcross, 50m West of Lobhill lodge, on grass verge/bank above path by fence. Devon & Dartmoor HER. HER Number: MDV59500 Link

Carved benchmark on lower East face. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DV_LAEX07pb

Alan Rosevear

Old Toll House west of Coryton Barton

Toll House in the parish of Coryton (West Devon District), ruin of tollhouse, Coryton Barton junction, beside the River Lew. Devon & Dartmoor HER. HER Number: MDV112457 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DV.COR

Alan Rosevear

A flooded quarry

On the map, this looks as if it's an ornamental lake in the grounds of the hotel. Far from it. It's an old quarry (Lew Quarry), well fenced off. I tried to look up some information on the internet, but couldn't get past the adverts for the various self-catering cottages in the vicinity.

Neville Goodman

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Cross Roads is located at Grid Ref: SX4586 (Lat: 50.653003, Lng: -4.1940227)

Administrative County: Devon

District: West Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall