Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross

Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross

England
List entry 1013725
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hudscott Cross is a wayside cross located at Winson Cross in Devon, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the type of stone cross that once marked routes and boundaries throughout the Devon landscape. The cross survives as a standing stone monument, preserving evidence of medieval roadside markers that served both practical and spiritual functions for travellers in the region. Such wayside crosses are characteristic features of the medieval Devon countryside, where they guided journeys and marked significant locations along established routes.

Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013725. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross?

Hudscott Cross is a wayside cross located at Winson Cross in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013725.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross?

Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross 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 1013725.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church (1 km), Wayside cross known as Eastacott Cross or the Stonen Hammer (2.6 km), Churchyard cross 6m south of Satterleigh church (3.5 km).

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