Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross in St Dennis churchyard

Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard

England
List entry 1003115
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard is a medieval stone cross of likely fourteenth-century date. The monument survives as a shaft mounted upon a stepped base and represents the type of ceremonial or devotional cross commonly erected in churchyards during the later medieval period. The cross stands within the churchyard of the parish church of St Dennis in central Cornwall, forming part of the accumulated monumental landscape of this established ecclesiastical site. Such crosses served both practical and spiritual functions within parish communities, marking sacred space and providing focal points for outdoor worship and gathering.

Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003115. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard?

Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard is a medieval stone cross of likely fourteenth-century date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003115.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard?

Standing cross in St Dennis 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 1003115.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross in St Dennis churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tregargus stone grinding mill No 2 (4.4 km), Churchyard cross shaft and base in St Stephen's churchyard, 3m south of the church (5 km), Wayside cross and cross base in St Stephen's churchyard, 6m south of the church (5 km).

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