Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church

Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church

England
List entry 1015075
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard is a medieval stone cross positioned approximately two metres east of the church building. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the type of wayside or churchyard cross that was common throughout Cornwall during the Middle Ages, serving both religious and communal functions. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure within the churchyard setting, retaining evidence of its original form despite the passage of centuries. Such crosses typically marked significant locations and served as focal points for devotion and gathering within parish landscapes.

Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015075. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church?

Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard is a medieval stone cross positioned approximately two metres east of the church building. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015075.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church?

Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church 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 1015075.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross in St Allen churchyard, 2m east of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Cregou or Cregon bowl barrow and enclosure 900m south east of Park Farm (7.7 km), Round barrow 650m east of Carrine (7.8 km), Round barrow and round, 200m south west of Carrine (8.2 km).

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