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St Levan churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross standing approximately ten metres south of the parish church in the village of St Levan, Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period, likely from the twelfth or thirteenth century, and represents a significant example of the churchyard crosses that were commonly erected in Cornwall during the Middle Ages. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure, demonstrating the craftsmanship of medieval stonemasons, though it has undergone some restoration and modification over the centuries. Such crosses typically served both liturgical and social functions within the churchyard, marking sacred space and serving as a focus for processions and community gatherings.
Churchyard cross in St Levan churchyard, 10m south of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015059. View the official record →
St Levan churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross standing approximately ten metres south of the parish church in the village of St Levan, Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015059.
Churchyard cross in St Levan churchyard, 10m south 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 1015059.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross in St Levan churchyard, 10m north east of the church (0 km), Cross 150m south west of Rospletha (0.2 km), Holy well 30m north west of St Levan's Chapel (0.3 km).
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