Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard

Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard

England
List entry 1014225
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross fragment located in Cornwall. The shaft dates to the medieval period and represents the type of wayside crosses that were common features of the Cornish landscape, often serving as waymarkers, meeting points, or sites of religious significance. The monument survives as a shaft only, with the head having been lost at some point during its long history. As a designated heritage monument, it contributes to the archaeological record of medieval religious and secular infrastructure in the county.

Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014225. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard?

Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross fragment located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014225.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard?

Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard 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 1014225.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross shaft in St Andrew's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross in Tregaminion chapel yard, 8m south of the chapel (2.7 km), Two wayside crosses in the park surrounding Menabilly (3.5 km), Fowey Blockhouse (4.7 km).

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