Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard

England
List entry 1014417
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard is a medieval stone cross situated in Minster, Gloucestershire. The monument is a Grade I listed structure and represents a common form of ecclesiastical furnishing dating to the medieval period, when such crosses served as focal points within church burial grounds. The cross stands within the churchyard of St Kenelm's Church, which itself has significant medieval origins. Like many parish church crosses, this example would have functioned as a gathering place and a focus for Christian devotion within the sacred space of the churchyard.

Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014417. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard?

The churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard is a medieval stone cross situated in Minster, Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014417.

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

Churchyard cross in St Kenelm'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 1014417.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British site known as Hailey Wood Camp (3.5 km), Hullasey Grove medieval village site (4.9 km), Bowl barrow 400m east of Upper Hyde Farm (6 km).

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