Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

England
List entry 1014420
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Gloucestershire. The cross dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Bartholomew's Church, serving as an example of the type of stone crosses that commonly marked sacred spaces and functioned as focal points within parish churchyards. The monument reflects the religious and spatial organisation of medieval parish communities, where such crosses frequently served ceremonial and processional purposes. As a listed ancient monument, it remains an important record of medieval church furnishings and ecclesiastical practice in the region.

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014420. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014420.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew'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 1014420.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British villa at Withington, Romano-British building at Manor Court Field and associated features (6.1 km), Norbury Camp hillfort (6.1 km), Bowl barrow, known as Withington Wood round barrow, 880m north west of Postcombe (6.4 km).

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