Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard

England
List entry 1015946
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard Cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of substantial antiquity, located in Worcestershire. The monument represents a typical example of the churchyard crosses that served both practical and spiritual functions within English parishes from at least the medieval period onwards. Such crosses traditionally marked the focal point of the churchyard and functioned as gathering places for parishioners, whilst their presence reinforced the sacred character of the burial ground. The precise dating of this particular example and details of its original form would require consultation of the monument's full designation record and any archaeological surveys undertaken by conservation authorities.

Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015946. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

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

Churchyard Cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of substantial antiquity, located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015946.

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 1015946.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deerhurst monastic site and multi-period settlement (1.8 km), Moated site 200m north of Lucas Farm, Corse Lawn (3.2 km), Holm Castle, site of (3.9 km).

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