Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard

England
List entry 1016346
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Herefordshire. The monument is a substantial example of a parish churchyard cross, a type of structure commonly erected in English churchyards during the medieval period to serve both practical and spiritual functions, including as a gathering point and focus for outdoor devotion. The cross exhibits the characteristic form of later medieval churchyard crosses, with a stone shaft and head mounted upon a stepped base. Such monuments represent important evidence of medieval parochial organisation and the material culture of Christian worship in English parishes.

Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016346. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016346.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch'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 1016346.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in St Margaret of Antioch's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The White Cross at the junction of five roads, White Cross (7.5 km), Blackfriars Friary, preaching cross and cemetery, and hospital and chapel of St John in Hereford (7.9 km), Hereford city walls, ramparts and ditch (8.6 km).

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