Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross at Trenethick Barton

Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton

England
List entry 1006655
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall, England. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents a type of wayside cross that would have served ritual, devotional, or directional functions along medieval routes. The cross survives as a standing stone monument at this rural location. Such wayside crosses are characteristic features of the Cornish landscape and provide evidence of medieval religious practice and settlement patterns in the county.

Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006655. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton?

Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton is a medieval stone cross located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006655.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton?

Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton 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 1006655.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross at Trenethick Barton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in Cury churchyard (7.9 km), Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head (8.1 km), Wayside cross in Gunwalloe churchyard, 0.75m east of the church (8.6 km).

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