Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHoly Well at Rezare

Holy Well at Rezare

England
List entry 1018004
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Holy Well at Rezare is a sacred spring site located in Cornwall, England, with origins likely extending into the medieval period when such wells became foci for Christian devotion and pilgrimage. The well is situated within a landscape of considerable archaeological and spiritual significance, reflecting the broader tradition of holy wells that characterised Cornwall and the broader Celtic regions during the medieval era. As with many Cornish holy wells, the site may have incorporated earlier pre-Christian sacred associations, though the documented religious use belongs primarily to the Christian period. The physical remains and setting preserve evidence of its function as a pilgrimage destination and place of healing veneration within the local community.

Holy Well at Rezare is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018004. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Holy Well at Rezare?

Holy Well at Rezare is a sacred spring site located in Cornwall, England, with origins likely extending into the medieval period when such wells became foci for Christian devotion and pilgrimage. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018004.

Who is responsible for protecting Holy Well at Rezare?

Holy Well at Rezare 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 1018004.

What other scheduled monuments are near Holy Well at Rezare?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holmbush Mine: Hitchen's Shaft complex (5.6 km), Holmbush Mine: Windsor Lane rotative engine house with adjacent boiler house, loadings and platform (5.7 km), Folly on Kit Hill (6.5 km).

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