Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe

Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe

England
List entry 1006628
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument is a stone cross of the type commonly erected beside routes and settlements during the medieval period, serving functions that may have included marking boundaries, providing focal points for travel routes, or possessing religious significance. Such crosses remain important archaeological evidence for understanding the medieval landscape and settlement patterns of Cornwall. The specific constructional details and current state of preservation of this particular example contribute to the wider record of Cornish medieval stone monuments.

Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006628. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe?

Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe is a medieval wayside cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006628.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe?

Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe 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 1006628.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 25m east of the house of Tonacombe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round 550m east of Stowe Barton (3.3 km), Motte and bailey castle 900m ESE of Burridge Farm (4.4 km), Three bowl barrows on the coastal ridges above Bude Bay (5.6 km).

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