Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church

Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church

England
List entry 1014013
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Lanteglos by Fowey wayside cross is a medieval stone cross situated within the churchyard approximately twenty metres south-east of the parish church. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a type of roadside or wayside cross that would have served functions including marking routes, acting as a focal point for prayer, and potentially serving parochial or administrative purposes. The cross survives as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its significance to the archaeological and heritage record of medieval Cornwall. Such wayside crosses were characteristic features of the medieval landscape, though many have been lost or damaged over the centuries.

Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014013. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church?

Lanteglos by Fowey wayside cross is a medieval stone cross situated within the churchyard approximately twenty metres south-east of the parish church. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014013.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church?

Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east 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 1014013.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval wayside cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 20m south east of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval churchyard cross in Lanteglos by Fowey churchyard, 2m south of the church (0 km), Chapel at Hall (1.3 km), Medieval wayside cross on Fore Street, Polruan (1.9 km).

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