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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

St George's churchyard cross is a medieval monument standing in the churchyard of St George's Church in Herefordshire. The cross is a surviving example of the stone crosses that were commonly erected in parish churchyards during the medieval period, serving both as focal points for the community and as markers within the burial ground. Such crosses typically date from the later medieval period, though precise dating for individual examples often remains uncertain without detailed stylistic analysis or archaeological investigation. The monument represents an important survival of medieval parochial infrastructure and contributes to understanding the spatial organisation and religious practice of the medieval English parish.

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?

St George's churchyard cross is a medieval monument standing in the churchyard of St George's Church in Herefordshire. 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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