Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St George's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard

England
List entry 1016335
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard is a medieval monument of stone construction located in Herefordshire, England. The cross exemplifies the type of ceremonial or devotional monument commonly erected in English churchyards during the medieval period, serving functions that ranged from marking sacred space to facilitating outdoor worship and processions. The surviving stonework preserves evidence of its original medieval craftsmanship, though like many such monuments it has experienced significant weathering and structural alteration over the centuries. Such crosses formed integral elements of the material and spiritual landscape of medieval parishes across England.

Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016335. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard is a medieval monument of stone construction located in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016335.

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

Churchyard cross in St George'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 1016335.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecot at Court House (2.7 km), Richard's Castle: a motte and bailey with an enclosed settlement. (3.3 km), Earthworks SE of Lower Ashton Farm (3.7 km).

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