Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm

Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm

England
List entry 1004418
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. The monument represents a type of wayside cross commonly erected during the medieval period, serving functions both practical and devotional for travellers and the local community. Such crosses characteristically marked routes and points of gathering in the medieval landscape. The cross survives as a physical reminder of medieval religious practice and the organisation of movement through the Cornish countryside during this period.

Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004418. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm?

Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004418.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm?

Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm 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 1004418.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 220m north west of Steppes Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross at Blisland (8 km), Medieval wayside cross in Blisland churchyard, 30m east of the church (8.1 km), St Protus's Cross, 330m east of Blisland church (8.1 km).

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