Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate

Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate

England
List entry 1009095
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate is a medieval stone cross located in Devon, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the type of wayside crosses that were commonly erected along routes and at significant locations throughout England during the Middle Ages. Such crosses served various functions including marking boundaries, indicating directions for travellers, and serving as focal points for local communities. The structure exemplifies the modest stone construction typical of rural Devon's medieval heritage.

Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009095. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate?

Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate is a medieval stone cross located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009095.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate?

Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate 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 1009095.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 75m south east of Cross Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two cairns with stone rows E of Collard Tor on Wotter Common (7.5 km), Two round barrows on Ridding Down (8.3 km), Cholwich Town Cross: a wayside cross between Quick Bridge and Tolchmoor Gate (8.6 km).

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