Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

England
List entry 1017817
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a medieval monument surviving in Staffordshire. The cross dates from the medieval period and represents an important class of ecclesiastical monument traditionally associated with parish churches. Such crosses typically served ceremonial and processional functions within the churchyard setting. The structure demonstrates the longstanding tradition of permanent stone crosses erected at the heart of English parish communities, with this example contributing to the documented heritage of medieval religious infrastructure in the county.

Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017817. 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 surviving in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017817.

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 1017817.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bridge, towpath and lock on Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal at Awbridge (3.5 km), Medieval settlement at Cooper's Bank Farm (5.6 km), Cross in St Mary's churchyard (6 km).

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