Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTrehan Cross, at Trehan village

Trehan Cross, at Trehan village

England
List entry 1007968
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Trehan Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Trehan village in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and survives as a standing cross of the type commonly erected in Cornish parishes during the later medieval centuries. Like other crosses of its class, it would have served as a focal point for the local community, potentially marking a significant location such as a parish boundary, meeting place, or point of religious devotion. The cross is recorded in the national heritage database under NHLE list entry 1007968.

Trehan Cross, at Trehan village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007968. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trehan Cross, at Trehan village?

Trehan Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Trehan village in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007968.

Who is responsible for protecting Trehan Cross, at Trehan village?

Trehan Cross, at Trehan village 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 1007968.

What other scheduled monuments are near Trehan Cross, at Trehan village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Inswork Chapel (5.8 km), Whitsand Bay practice battery (6.6 km), Whitsand Bay Battery (6.7 km).

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