Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard

England
List entry 1021171
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St John the Baptist's churchyard cross in Worcestershire is a medieval monument of considerable antiquity. The cross stands within the churchyard of St John the Baptist and represents the type of parish cross that served both religious and communal functions in medieval English settlements. Such crosses typically date from the medieval period, though their exact chronology often remains difficult to establish with precision. The monument survives as evidence of the religious and social life of its community during the medieval centuries.

Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021171. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

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

St John the Baptist's churchyard cross in Worcestershire is a medieval monument of considerable antiquity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021171.

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 1021171.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Feckenham manorial moated site (0.2 km), Moated site at Astwood Court (2.3 km), Moated site immediately east of Gannow Farm (2.7 km).

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