Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLittle John's Cross

Little John's Cross

England
List entry 1002495
Nation
England
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Little John's Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Devon, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as an example of the crosses that once marked routes and served religious and navigational purposes throughout the English countryside. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure, retaining its characteristic form typical of Devon's medieval cross tradition. Such monuments frequently marked important trackways, boundaries, or sites of devotional significance within the medieval landscape.

Little John's Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002495. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Little John's Cross?

Little John's Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002495.

Who is responsible for protecting Little John's Cross?

Little John's Cross 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 1002495.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little John's Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ide Bridge (0.6 km), The medieval Exe Bridge, St Edmund's Church, and medieval tenement remains, lying between the River Exe and Frog Street (1.7 km), St Nicholas' Priory (1.9 km).

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