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Canopied tomb in St Mary's churchyard is a post-medieval monument located in Cheshire, England. The tomb is distinguished by its canopied structure, a design feature that reflects the commemorative practices and architectural ambitions of its period. Though specific dating details are limited in the readily available scholarly record, such monuments typically date from the sixteenth century onwards, representing a period when elaborate stone tombs with protective canopies became fashionable among persons of means seeking distinguished memorialisation. The structure survives as evidence of local funerary traditions and the social status of those commemorated within St Mary's churchyard.
Canopied tomb in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017059. View the official record →
Canopied tomb in St Mary's churchyard is a post-medieval monument located in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017059.
Canopied tomb in St Mary'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 1017059.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard (0 km), Roman camp at Bent Farm (1 km), Icehouse with associated iceyard at Great Moreton Hall, 70m east of the hall (2.2 km).
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