Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm

Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm

England
List entry 1007752
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Bosent Cross is a medieval wayside cross located near South Bosent Farm in Cornwall. The monument consists of a stone cross, typical of the numerous examples erected throughout Cornwall during the medieval period to mark routes, boundaries, or places of religious significance. Such crosses served important functions in the landscape, providing navigation points and spiritual markers for travellers and pilgrims. The site is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its historical importance to the local area.

Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007752. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm?

Bosent Cross is a medieval wayside cross located near South Bosent Farm in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007752.

Who is responsible for protecting Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm?

Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm 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 1007752.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 780m east of Penventon (5 km), Bowl barrow 230m south west of Middle Taphouse Farm, forming part of a round barrow cemetery (5 km), Small multivallate hillfort on Bury Down, 530m north-east of South Park (5.3 km).

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