Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross 470m north of Lambrenny

Cross 470m north of Lambrenny

England
List entry 1018699
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross 470m north of Lambrenny is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the type of roadside religious marker that was common throughout Devon and Cornwall during the Middle Ages, serving both as a focus for Christian devotion and as a navigational landmark in the landscape. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure, standing as evidence of the religious and social practices of medieval Cornish communities. Such crosses frequently marked important routes, parish boundaries, or places of local significance within their respective settlements.

Cross 470m north of Lambrenny is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018699. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross 470m north of Lambrenny?

Cross 470m north of Lambrenny is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018699.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross 470m north of Lambrenny?

Cross 470m north of Lambrenny 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 1018699.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross 470m north of Lambrenny?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform cairn on Priddacombe Downs (9.7 km), Cross on Halvana Moor (10 km), Two small stone circles 530m ESE of King Arthur's Hall (10.1 km).

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