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The churchyard cross at St Mary's in Gloucestershire is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, representing the type of elaborated stone cross that commonly marked the focal point of parish churchyards during the later Middle Ages. The structure exhibits the characteristic form of such crosses, with a shaft mounted upon a stepped base, serving both as a spiritual symbol and as a gathering place for the community. The cross survives as evidence of medieval devotional practice and the importance of the churchyard as a social and religious space within the parish. Its preservation contributes to the archaeological record of Gloucestershire's religious monuments and demonstrates the survival of monumental stonework from this period.
Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014401. View the official record →
The churchyard cross at St Mary's in Gloucestershire is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, representing the type of elaborated stone cross that commonly marked the focal point of parish churchyards during the later Middle Ages. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014401.
Churchyard cross in St Mary'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 1014401.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard (2.6 km), Lillyhorn Roman villa, Bournes Green (3.9 km), Bowl barrow 530m south east of Nash End Farm (4.6 km).
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