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The Prior's Cross at Washaway is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as a testament to the religious and administrative landscape of medieval Cornwall. As a wayside cross, it would have served important functions within the local community, potentially marking boundaries, routes of pilgrimage, or places of gathering. The cross remains a notable example of Cornish medieval stone work and contributes to the archaeological record of the region's medieval heritage.
The Prior's Cross at Washaway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011012. View the official record →
The Prior's Cross at Washaway is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011012.
The Prior's Cross at Washaway 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 1011012.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Reperry Cross, 550m ENE of Reperry Manor Farm (6.5 km), St Ingunger Cross, 240m south-east of St Ingunger Farm (6.8 km), A henge re-used as a medieval playing place, 75m north east of Castle Hill Farm (7 km).
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