Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church

Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church

England
List entry 1014010
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Chapel Amble Cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Kew in Cornwall, positioned approximately thirty metres north west of the parish church. The cross survives as a shaft and base, representing a type of monument commonly erected in churchyards during the medieval period, likely serving both religious and communal functions within the settlement. The exact dating of the cross remains uncertain, though its form and construction suggest a medieval origin, consistent with other Cornish churchyard crosses of similar character. The monument is recorded as an ancient monument and scheduled heritage asset, reflecting its significance to the archaeological and architectural record of the region.

Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014010. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church?

Chapel Amble Cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Kew in Cornwall, positioned approximately thirty metres north west of the parish church. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014010.

Who is responsible for protecting Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church?

Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church 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 1014010.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chapel Amble Cross in St Kew churchyard, 30m north west of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow cemetery on Hustyn Downs (9.1 km), Bowl barrow 540m WSW of St Breock Downs Farm (9.8 km), Standing stone 815m west of St Breock Downs Farm (9.9 km).

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