Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church

Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church

England
List entry 1013720
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church is a medieval stone cross located in the parish of Twitchen in Devon. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of the parish church. As a churchyard cross, it would have served liturgical and ceremonial functions within the medieval Christian community, likely used for processions, preaching, or as a focal point for gatherings. The survival of such crosses, particularly their stone bases and shafts, provides important evidence of medieval religious practice and the material culture of parish churches.

Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013720. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church?

Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church is a medieval stone cross located in the parish of Twitchen in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013720.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church?

Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen 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 1013720.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross 6.5m west of Twitchen church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows on North Molton Ridge 620m and 720m west of Twitchen Ball Corner (2.2 km), Two round barrows on Twitchen Ridge (2.4 km), Hillfort on Whitechapel Moors, 640m north east of Garliford Mill (5.2 km).

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