Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCrows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone.

Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone.

England
List entry 1008173
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Crows-an-wra is a medieval wayside cross and turnpike milestone located in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises a stone cross that served both as a wayside marker in the medieval period and was later adapted for use as a turnpike milestone during the eighteenth-century improvement of transport routes. The site reflects the layered history of Cornish landscape infrastructure, with its dual function demonstrating how earlier monuments were repurposed to support the developing road network of the Georgian era. The cross remains an important record of both medieval pilgrimage and commercial routes and the later rationalisation of regional communications.

Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008173. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone.?

Crows-an-wra is a medieval wayside cross and turnpike milestone located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008173.

Who is responsible for protecting Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone.?

Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone. 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 1008173.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crows-an-wra medieval wayside cross and a turnpike milestone.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including An early Christian memorial stone at Boskenna (4.8 km), Standing stone 410m south east of Boskenna Cross (4.9 km), Cross 150m south west of Rospletha (5.5 km).

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