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Memorials & monuments · South West England

Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas

In or near Box.

Free admission

Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

St Thomas a Becket church, Box - geograph.org.uk - 2804737

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Bradford-on-Avon · 7.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

The Shell Monument is located in the churchyard about 6 metres south of the Bullock Monument, southeast of the Church of St Thomas in Wiltshire, postcode SN13 8NW. The nearest railway station is Bradford-on-Avon, which is 7.8 km away. Entry to the monument is free.

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About

Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1022739). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Details ST 8268 BOX CHURCH LANE (south side) 3/55 Shell monument in churchyard about 6m south of Bullock monument south- east of Church of St. Thomas GV II Chest tomb, later C18, ashlar with 2 plaques each side, rectangular with quadrant curved lower corners, fluted central strip and fielded angle piers. Moulded base and cornice. Monument is adjacent to path to Church Cottage. Listing NGR: ST8233268467 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 316917 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Official information

The Shell Monument is located in the churchyard, approximately six meters south of the Bullock Monument and southeast of the Church of St Thomas. It is a notable historical site that visitors can explore.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Shell Monument is a memorial located in the churchyard approximately 6 metres south of the Bullock Monument, southeast of the Church of St Thomas in Box, South-East England. It is designated as a Grade II listed building.

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Coordinates
51.4150, -2.2554
District
Wiltshire
Parish
Box
Postcode
SN13 8NW
Parliamentary constituency
Melksham and Devizes
Nearest railway station
Bradford-on-Avon7.8 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas?
Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SN13 8NW), in the parish of Box.
What is Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas?
Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas?
The nearest railway station is Bradford-on-Avon, about 7.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN13 8NW.
Is Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas a listed building?
Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas a protected site?
Yes — Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
Is Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas free to visit?
Yes, Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas is free to enter.
How do I get to Shell Monument In Churchyard About 6 Metres South Of Bullock Monument South East Of Church Of St Thomas?
The nearest railway station is Bradford-on-Avon, about 7.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SN13 8NW.