Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St David's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard

England
List entry 1017735
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard is a medieval cross monument located in Herefordshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St David's Church, serving as an important fixture of the sacred landscape surrounding the parish church. Such crosses were common features of English churchyards from the medieval period onwards, functioning both as focal points for the Christian community and as markers within the burial ground. The monument remains a testament to medieval devotional practice and the spatial organisation of parochial religious life.

Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017735. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard is a medieval cross monument located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017735.

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

Churchyard cross in St David'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 1017735.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site, Trilloes Court Wood (1.8 km), Caple Tump, a motte castle 175m south west of Caple Court (4.2 km), Llanwarne Church (St John the Baptist) (4.2 km).

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