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The churchyard cross in St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval monument of cross-head form, typical of the parish cross tradition that flourished throughout the English countryside. Located in Somerset, this structure represents the religious and communal focal point of the medieval parish, serving functions both spiritual and secular in nature. The cross would have served as a gathering place and landmark within the churchyard precinct, and its survival to the present day testifies to its solid construction and enduring importance to the local community. As a Grade II listed structure, the cross remains an integral feature of the ecclesiastical landscape and contributes to understanding medieval parish organisation and the material culture of local worship.
Churchyard cross in St Andrew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017570. View the official record →
The churchyard cross in St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval monument of cross-head form, typical of the parish cross tradition that flourished throughout the English countryside. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017570.
Churchyard cross in St Andrew'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 1017570.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 20m northwest of Whitestown Farm (9.3 km), Round barrows in and near Wright's Piece (9.4 km), Bowl barrow 100m north east of Home Farm Cottage (10 km).
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