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Barnes Cross. Holwell, Bishop's Caundle

RareReignForm

Notes

This is recorded as oldest post box in public use. Dating from 1853, it features an unusual octagonal design, crafted by John M Butt & Co, of Gloucester. Standing at 5ft tall, it has a narrow, vertical posting slot, with a swinging flap. The manufacturer’s name is on either side of the slot.

Postbox details

Reign / Cipher
Queen Victoria2 contributors agree · 100%
Form
Pillar Box1 contributors agree
Pattern
Created
21/02/2026
Updated
12/07/2026
Date in service
1853
Reg No
DT9 4
PostboxMap ID
Designation code
-
Grid reference
ST 69302 11770
Road
Cornford Hill
Location (from coordinates)
Bishop's Caundle, Dorset, United Kingdom

Coordinates

50.90461,-2.437846

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  1. Correction

    Location changed from 50.904581,-2.437936 to 50.904610,-2.437846 by Penny

    Approved on 27 Mar 2026, 08:11 by Penny

  2. Moderator

    Form moderator verified

    Confirmed by moderator via check-in (backfilled)

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  4. Moderator

    Reign moderator verified

    Confirmed by moderator via check-in (backfilled)

  5. Visit

    Last recorded visit

    by EmmaHarry

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Permanent link: https://postboxmap.co.uk/postbox/6999a1b28094a2b934a95b75

PostboxMap.co.uk. "Barnes Cross. Holwell, Bishop's Caundle (Queen Victoria, Pillar Box, Bishop's Caundle)." https://postboxmap.co.uk/postbox/6999a1b28094a2b934a95b75. Accessed 15 July 2026.

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