Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans

The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans

England
List entry 1007967
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Trevia Cross is a medieval wayside cross located at Sportsmans in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the medieval period, when such crosses served as important markers along routes of travel and pilgrimage across the Cornish landscape. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and practical infrastructure of medieval Cornwall, functioning as both a spiritual focal point and a navigational aid for travellers. Like many Cornish crosses of its type, it represents the enduring presence of Christianity in the region during the Middle Ages.

The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007967. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans?

The Trevia Cross is a medieval wayside cross located at Sportsmans in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007967.

Who is responsible for protecting The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans?

The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans 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 1007967.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Trevia Cross, at Sportsmans?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross in the grounds of Higher Lank Farm 10m south of the farm house (7.9 km), Large regular stone circle called the Trippet Stones (9 km), Henge with stone circle called the Stripple Stones and adjacent bowl barrow 415m south east of Hawk's Tor (9.3 km).

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