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Churchyard cross

England
List entry 1005625
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Wiltshire, England. The monument represents a type of ecclesiastical marker common in English churchyards from the medieval period onwards, serving both practical and spiritual functions within parish communities. Such crosses typically featured a stone shaft mounted on a stepped base and would have served purposes including acting as a focal point for gatherings, marking boundaries, or commemorating significant events within the churchyard setting. The cross's survival to the present day provides evidence of the continuity of Christian worship and community life at its location across several centuries.

Churchyard cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005625. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross?

Churchyard Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005625.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross?

Churchyard 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 1005625.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Long barrow 700m north-west of Tenantry Farm (7.6 km), Long barrow 600yds (550m) SE of Vanity (7.9 km), Rockbourne Down, Spring Pond enclosure (8.2 km).

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