Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross 300m south east of Trelissick

Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick

England
List entry 1020103
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall. The monument dates to the medieval period, likely between the 13th and 16th centuries, when such crosses were commonly erected in rural settlements and along routes as markers for pilgrimage paths, parish boundaries, or as focal points for local communities. The cross survives as a stone structure of typical Cornish design, representing the religious and social infrastructure of medieval Cornwall. Such crosses served both practical and spiritual functions within the medieval landscape, marking important locations within the parish or guiding travellers through the countryside.

Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020103. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick?

Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020103.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick?

Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick 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 1020103.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross 300m south east of Trelissick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including D-day landing craft maintenance site at Mylor harbour (4.4 km), Churchyard cross in St Mylor churchyard (4.5 km), Wayside cross in St Gerran's churchyard (5.3 km).

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