Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church

Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church

England
List entry 1013739
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church is a medieval stone cross situated in the churchyard of Honeychurch parish church in Devon. The monument dates to the medieval period and exemplifies the tradition of ecclesiastical crosses that served both liturgical and communal functions within parish churchyards. The surviving structure preserves evidence of medieval craftsmanship in stone, though like many such crosses it has experienced weathering and partial loss over the centuries. Such crosses typically marked focal points for processions, served as gathering places, and held religious significance within the life of the medieval parish community.

Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013739. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church?

Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church is a medieval stone cross situated in the churchyard of Honeychurch parish church in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013739.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church?

Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch 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 1013739.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross 4m south of Honeychurch church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Boundary stone 110m north west of St Mary's Church (8.7 km), Camp SE of Okehampton (9 km), A warren, two stone hut circle settlements, cairnfields and cairns at Ivy Tor, ESE of Belstone (9.3 km).

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