Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm

Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm

England
List entry 1007956
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Nun Careg Cross is a medieval stone cross located near Boleigh Farm in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period and forms part of Cornwall's substantial heritage of wayside crosses, which served as waymarkers, meeting points, and expressions of Christian devotion across the medieval landscape. The cross survives as a standing stone monument in the locality, contributing to the archaeological record of medieval settlement and religious practice in the region. Its designation as a listed ancient monument reflects its significance as evidence of medieval communication networks and the Christianisation of the Cornish countryside.

Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007956. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm?

Nun Careg Cross is a medieval stone cross located near Boleigh Farm in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007956.

Who is responsible for protecting Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm?

Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm 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 1007956.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nun Careg Cross, 400m south-west of Boleigh Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 300m south west of the Merry Maidens Stone Circle (0.4 km), Boskenna Cross (0.8 km), Standing stone 410m south east of Boskenna Cross (0.8 km).

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