Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross 200m south of Trelowthas

Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas

England
List entry 1020104
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period and survives as a substantial upright stone shaft, characteristic of the wayside crosses that were erected throughout Cornwall during the Middle Ages. Such crosses typically served multiple functions within their communities, including as waymarkers, meeting points, and religious monuments. The cross's survival to the present day, despite the weathering and loss common to many medieval stone monuments in the county, provides evidence of medieval settlement and organisation in this locality.

Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas?

Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020104.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas?

Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas 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 1020104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross 200m south of Trelowthas?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fentongollan Cross, 620m north west of St Michael Penkevil Church (4.9 km), Churchyard cross in Lamorran churchyard (5 km), Castlezens multiple enclosure fort (6.3 km).

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