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Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin's churchyard is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely belonging to the fourteenth or fifteenth century. The cross stands in the churchyard at Worcestershire and comprises a stone shaft mounted on a stepped base, a form typical of parochial crosses erected during the late medieval period. Such crosses served important functions within parish communities, marking sacred space and serving as focal points for gatherings and processions. The monument survives as a testament to medieval religious practice and the material culture of the English parish church.
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016114. View the official record →
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin's churchyard is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely belonging to the fourteenth or fifteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016114.
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin'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 1016114.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Disc barrow 500m south of Common Farm (2.4 km), Disc barrow 400m south of Common Farm (2.4 km), Churchyard cross in St Denys's churchyard (5.2 km).
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