Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard

England
List entry 1015112
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard is a medieval monument of the type commonly found in English parishes, serving both religious and communal functions. Such crosses typically date from the medieval period and would have been prominent features within churchyard spaces, used for gatherings, preaching, and ritual purposes. The physical form and condition of this particular example reflect its age and the various phases of use and repair it has undergone since its original construction. As a scheduled ancient monument under the listing reference 1015112, it remains an important testimony to medieval parish organisation and the material landscape of religious life in Gloucestershire.

Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015112. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard?

The churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard is a medieval monument of the type commonly found in English parishes, serving both religious and communal functions. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015112.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist'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 1015112.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in St John The Baptist's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Margaret's Camp, moated site and associated remains (2.1 km), Deserted medieval village (2.7 km), Holm Castle, site of (2.9 km).

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