Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVincent Mine Cross

Vincent Mine Cross

England
List entry 1008175
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Vincent Mine Cross is a historic wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as evidence of the region's mining heritage and religious practices. The cross survives as a stone structure typical of Cornish crosses from this era, serving both as a waymarker and a symbol of Christian faith in the mining landscape. Its presence reflects the importance of both spiritual life and industrial activity in medieval Cornwall, particularly in areas where tin and copper extraction were significant economic activities.

Vincent Mine Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008175. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Vincent Mine Cross?

Vincent Mine Cross is a historic wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008175.

Who is responsible for protecting Vincent Mine Cross?

Vincent Mine 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 1008175.

What other scheduled monuments are near Vincent Mine Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted medieval settlement and part of its associated field system on Redhill Downs (8.7 km), Round cairn on Draynes Common, 950m south-west of Lamelgate Farm (9 km), Platform cairn with outer bank 825m NNW of Higher Draynes Farm (9.3 km).

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