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Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard at Chittlehampton in Devon. The monument dates to the medieval period, when such crosses were common features in English churchyards, serving both liturgical and communal functions. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure, though it has undergone repair and restoration over the centuries. As an example of Devon's medieval ecclesiastical heritage, it remains an important fixture within the churchyard landscape and contributes to understanding local religious practices and settlement patterns during the medieval era.
Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013726. View the official record →
Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard at Chittlehampton in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013726.
Churchyard cross 20m south of Chittlehampton church 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 1013726.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross known as Hudscott Cross at Winson Cross (1 km), Wayside cross known as Eastacott Cross or the Stonen Hammer (2.4 km), Brightley Barton camp (3.5 km).
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