Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTrevena Cross

Trevena Cross

England
List entry 1006640
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Trevena Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument consists of a stone cross shaft of medieval date, characteristic of the type of carved stone crosses that marked routes, boundaries, and gathering places throughout medieval Cornwall. The cross stands as evidence of the region's religious and social infrastructure during the medieval period, when such monuments served both practical navigational purposes and spiritual functions for local communities. Like many Cornish wayside crosses, it reflects the enduring cultural and ecclesiastical landscape of southwest England during the Middle Ages.

Trevena Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006640. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trevena Cross?

Trevena Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006640.

Who is responsible for protecting Trevena Cross?

Trevena Cross 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 1006640.

What other scheduled monuments are near Trevena Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wheal Trewavas copper mine 310m south of Trewavas (2.3 km), Wheal Prosper pumping engine house 210m south of Eastcliff Farm (2.4 km), Pengersick Castle and associated building platform (3 km).

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