Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard

Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard

England
List entry 1014019
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Mabyn wayside cross is a medieval stone cross located within the churchyard at St Mabyn in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as evidence of the religious and practical significance of such crosses in the parochial landscape of medieval Cornwall. The cross would have served both as a marker of the sacred space and as a focal point for the local community. Like other surviving Cornish medieval crosses, it represents an important category of vernacular religious monument from the period.

Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014019. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard?

St Mabyn wayside cross is a medieval stone cross located within the churchyard at St Mabyn in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014019.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard?

Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn 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 1014019.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross at Bodwannick Manor Farm (7.6 km), Wayside cross 330m NNW of Higher Woodley (8.4 km), Churchyard cross in Lanivet churchyard, 30m north of the church (9 km).

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