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 located within the churchyard of Lanteglos parish church in Cornwall. The monument stands approximately twenty metres south-east of the church building and is designated as an ancient monument. The cross dates to the medieval period, representing a common form of devotional and marker monument found throughout Cornwall during the Middle Ages. Such wayside crosses typically served functions including marking routes, serving as focal points for prayer and procession, and marking parish or estate boundaries.

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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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 located within the churchyard of Lanteglos parish church in Cornwall. 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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