Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTrequite Cross, at Trequite village

Trequite Cross, at Trequite village

England
List entry 1008166
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Trequite Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the village of Trequite in Cornwall. The monument survives as a stone cross of the type commonly erected during the medieval period, serving functions that likely included marking boundaries, routes of pilgrimage or commerce, or sacred sites within the local landscape. The cross reflects the religious and practical concerns of medieval Cornish communities, though detailed records of its original construction date and specific purpose remain limited in the available historical documentation. Its continued presence in the village represents the survival of medieval stonework typical of southwest England's heritage of wayside monuments.

Trequite Cross, at Trequite village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008166. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trequite Cross, at Trequite village?

Trequite Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the village of Trequite in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008166.

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

Trequite Cross, at Trequite 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 1008166.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow cemetery on Hustyn Downs (9.4 km), Roman fort called 'Nanstallon Roman fort' 135m south west of Tregear (9.9 km), A platform barrow, a saucer barrow and a disc barrow 470m ENE of St Breock Beacon (10.1 km).

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