Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard

Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard

England
List entry 1014023
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Mary Magdalene's churchyard cross is a medieval monument comprising a cross-head and shaft, located in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a type of stone cross commonly erected in churchyards throughout the region during the Middle Ages. Such crosses functioned as focal points within burial grounds and served ceremonial and devotional purposes for the local community. The survival of both head and shaft elements indicates the monument's relative preservation, though like many medieval churchyard crosses, it may have experienced repair or reinstatement over subsequent centuries.

Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014023. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard?

St Mary Magdalene's churchyard cross is a medieval monument comprising a cross-head and shaft, located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014023.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard?

Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard 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 1014023.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval churchyard cross-head and medieval cross-shaft in St Mary Magdalene's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp E of Brockle (4.3 km), Wayside cross 95m WSW of Trelaske House (6.4 km), Medieval hall and St Mary Magdalene's Chapel at Trecarrell (6.6 km).

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