Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house

Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house

England
List entry 1005457
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a pair of stone crosses located approximately 34 metres west-southwest of Trewardale House in Cornwall. These crosses are characteristic of medieval wayside monuments, which typically marked routes of pilgrimage, trade, or local significance throughout the Cornish landscape. The crosses exemplify the tradition of cross-erection in the medieval period, though precise dating and original function require further archaeological investigation. Such monuments are of considerable importance for understanding medieval settlement patterns, religious practice, and the organisation of movement through the Cornish countryside.

Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005457. View the official record →

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What is Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house?

Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a pair of stone crosses located approximately 34 metres west-southwest of Trewardale House in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005457.

Who is responsible for protecting Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house?

Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house 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 1005457.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two wayside crosses in the grounds of Trewardale 34m WSW of the house?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Multi-span bridge known as Respryn Bridge (8.1 km), Five bowl barrows 550m north of Trewindle forming part of a round barrow cemetery (9 km), Three bowl barrows 570m north east of Trewindle (9.3 km).

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