Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church

Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church

England
List entry 1015062
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located approximately six metres north of the church building in Cornwall. The monument is a standing cross of the type commonly erected in ecclesiastical contexts during the medieval period, reflecting the religious significance of such markers within church precincts. The cross survives as a substantial upright stone shaft, testament to its enduring construction, and represents the architectural and devotional practices characteristic of medieval Cornwall. Such wayside crosses served both practical and spiritual purposes within the parochial landscape, marking sacred space and facilitating worship within the church community.

Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015062. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church?

Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located approximately six metres north of the church building in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015062.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church?

Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north 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 1015062.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross in St Sennen's churchyard, 6m north of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross 170m north of Trevilley (0.9 km), Two barrows and circular enclosure on Pordenack Point (1.7 km), Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island (2.2 km).

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