Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross in the grounds of Enys

Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys

England
List entry 1006644
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The wayside cross in the grounds of Enys is a medieval monument located in Cornwall. The cross represents a common form of religious and waymarking provision in the medieval landscape, serving functions both devotional and practical in directing travellers. Like many Cornish crosses of this period, it would have formed part of the network of sacred sites and routes that characterised medieval settlement patterns. The precise dating and original location of the cross reflect the wider significance of such monuments as archaeological records of medieval religious practice and land use in Cornwall.

Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006644. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys?

The wayside cross in the grounds of Enys is a medieval monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006644.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys?

Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys 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 1006644.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross in the grounds of Enys?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pendennis peninsula fortifications (5 km), Wayside cross 40m west of Helland House (6.4 km), Round 240m south east of Norways Farm (7.1 km).

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