Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church

Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church

England
List entry 1021003
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church is a medieval market cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises the cross shaft and base, which date from the medieval period and served as a focal point for commercial activity within the parish. The cross stands in proximity to St Nun's Church, a positioning typical of market crosses in medieval settlements where ecclesiastical and commercial functions were spatially integrated. The survival of both the shaft and base represents an important record of medieval trade infrastructure and the spatial organisation of the settlement.

Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021003. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church?

Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church is a medieval market cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021003.

Who is responsible for protecting Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church?

Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's 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 1021003.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market Cross and cross base immediately south west of St Nun's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Golden Camp hillfort (1.8 km), Holy well of St Cuby, 25m south west of Brookfield (3.3 km), Medieval cross base at St Ewe (4.7 km).

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