Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well

Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well

England
List entry 1007021
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well is a medieval wayside cross located in Devon, England. The monument consists of a stone cross positioned near a well of considerable antiquity, representing the type of religious and functional structure commonly erected during the medieval period to serve both spiritual and practical purposes for travellers and local communities. Such crosses frequently marked important routes, wells, and gathering places, combining their role as Christian symbols with their utility as landmarks in the landscape. The specific dating and architectural details of this particular cross reflect the modest but enduring character of rural Devon's medieval ecclesiastical heritage.

Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007021. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well?

Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well is a medieval wayside cross located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007021.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well?

Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well 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 1007021.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone cross adjoining Fitz or Fice's Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Quintin's Man round cairn (10.3 km), Stone hut circle settlement 280m south-west of Deadlake Foot (10.4 km), Stone hut circle settlement 580m north east of White Hill summit (11 km).

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