Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCulverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church

Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church

England
List entry 1014022
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Culverland Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the churchyard of St Martin's Church near the settlement of Culverland in Cornwall. The cross dates to the medieval period and represents the type of stone cross that would have served both devotional and practical functions within the parish landscape. The monument survives as a substantial stone structure, characteristic of Cornish ecclesiastical monuments of its era. Such crosses were common features of medieval religious topography, often positioned near church boundaries or at significant points within the settlement.

Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014022. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church?

Culverland Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the churchyard of St Martin's Church near the settlement of Culverland in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014022.

Who is responsible for protecting Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church?

Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the 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 1014022.

What other scheduled monuments are near Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tencreek Cross in St Martin's churchyard 3.5m south east of the church (0 km), Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm (3.2 km), Slight univallate hillfort with outworks called Blacketon Rings (5.8 km).

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