Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance

Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance

England
List entry 1006657
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance is a group of medieval stone monuments located in Cornwall. The crosses represent examples of the wayside cross tradition characteristic of medieval Cornwall, serving religious and possibly boundary-marking functions within the landscape. These monuments date from the medieval period, though precise dating remains difficult without documentary evidence or archaeological investigation. The crosses survive as physical evidence of religious practice and the organisation of medieval Cornish estates, forming part of the archaeological heritage associated with the Clowance estate.

Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006657. View the official record →

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What is Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance?

Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance is a group of medieval stone monuments located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006657.

Who is responsible for protecting Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance?

Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance 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 1006657.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three wayside crosses in the grounds of Clowance?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Multi-period archaeological landscape on Tregonning Hill (6.2 km), Round cairn 225m NNW of Tregonning Hill House (6.6 km), Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton (7 km).

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