Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBerrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road

Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road

England
List entry 1017639
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Berrycombe Cross is a wayside cross located in Cornwall, England, at the junction of Berrycombe Road and Cardell Road. The monument dates to the medieval period, typical of the crosses that marked important routes and boundaries across the Cornish landscape. The cross survives as a stone monument of historic significance within the local heritage landscape. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1017639, reflecting its status as a protected ancient monument.

Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017639. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road?

Berrycombe Cross is a wayside cross located in Cornwall, England, at the junction of Berrycombe Road and Cardell Road. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017639.

Who is responsible for protecting Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road?

Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1017639.

What other scheduled monuments are near Berrycombe Cross, on the north side of Berrycombe Road at its junction with Cardell Road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor (5.8 km), Medieval wayside cross at Lockengate (7 km), Restormel Castle: motte, bailey and shell keep (7.1 km).

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