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The cross is a fragmentary Anglo-Scandinavian monument of the ninth or tenth century, situated near the Church of the Holy Cross in Staffordshire. The surviving remains consist of carved stone shaft elements that bear decorative characteristics typical of the Viking Age period, reflecting the cultural synthesis between Anglo-Saxon and Scandinavian traditions that occurred in the Midlands during this era. Such crosses served important functions within early medieval Christian communities, often marking significant locations or serving commemorative purposes. The monument's proximity to the church indicates its integration within the ecclesiastical landscape of early medieval Staffordshire.
Anglo-Scandinavian cross, 7m south of the south transept of the Church of the Holy Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012653. View the official record →
The cross is a fragmentary Anglo-Scandinavian monument of the ninth or tenth century, situated near the Church of the Holy Cross in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012653.
Anglo-Scandinavian cross, 7m south of the south transept of the Church of the Holy 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 1012653.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Row Low bowl barrow (6.5 km), Bowl barrow 70m north-west of The Boxes (6.8 km), Calwich Low bowl barrow (6.9 km).
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