Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 35m south of Heligan House

Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House

England
List entry 1006629
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. The monument is a wayside or roadside cross, a category of structure commonly erected during the medieval period to mark routes, boundaries, or points of religious significance. Such crosses typically served practical and devotional functions within the landscape, guiding travellers and affirming Christian presence in the countryside. The specific dating and architectural details of this particular example are recorded within the national heritage designation, which identifies it as a monument of medieval origin worthy of statutory protection.

Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006629. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House?

Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006629.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House?

Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan 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 1006629.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 35m south of Heligan House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross at Beacon Cross, 265m east of Lanuah (1.6 km), Medieval wayside cross base 550m WNW of Lanhadron Farm (1.7 km), Medieval cross base at St Ewe (2.2 km).

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