Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm

Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm

England
List entry 1018002
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm is a medieval cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument and forms part of Cornwall's extensive network of wayside crosses, many of which date from the medieval period. Such crosses typically served as focal points in the landscape, functioning as meeting places, markers of boundaries, or stations along pilgrimage and trading routes. The specific form and condition of this example reflects the building traditions and stone-working practices of medieval Cornwall.

Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018002. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm?

Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm is a medieval cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018002.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm?

Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil 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 1018002.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 620m south west of Basil Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm (11 km), Unenclosed hut circle settlement with incorporated enclosure 1.5km north-west of Wardbrook Farm (11.2 km), Prehistoric field system, hut circles, boundary, enclosure and standing stone, medieval field system and post-med. small-holding 1.46km NNE of Siblyback Farm (11.2 km).

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