Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross 150m south west of Rospletha

Cross 150m south west of Rospletha

England
List entry 1016965
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross 150m south west of Rospletha is a wayside cross of medieval date located in Cornwall. The monument consists of a stone cross shaft and base situated in the landscape south west of the settlement of Rospletha. Such wayside crosses are characteristic features of the medieval Cornish countryside, serving functions including marking routes, defining parish or property boundaries, and providing focal points for religious devotion. The cross survives as evidence of medieval religious and social organisation within the region.

Cross 150m south west of Rospletha is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016965. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross 150m south west of Rospletha?

Cross 150m south west of Rospletha is a wayside cross of medieval date located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016965.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross 150m south west of Rospletha?

Cross 150m south west of Rospletha 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 1016965.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross 150m south west of Rospletha?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross in St Levan churchyard, 10m north east of the church (0.2 km), Churchyard cross in St Levan churchyard, 10m south of the church (0.2 km), Holy well 30m north west of St Levan's Chapel (0.4 km).

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