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The churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval monument of religious and communal significance, typical of crosses erected in parish churchyards throughout medieval England. The structure dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction requires reference to detailed archaeological assessment and parish records. Such crosses served as focal points for gatherings, processions, and community life within the churchyard, and their survival into the present day attests to their enduring importance to local identity. The monument remains a designated heritage asset reflecting the longstanding association between the church and its surrounding parish community.
Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015452. View the official record →
The churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval monument of religious and communal significance, typical of crosses erected in parish churchyards throughout medieval England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015452.
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 1015452.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three round cairns on Wills Neck (5.5 km), Two bowl barrows, 530m and 670m north east of Plantation Cottage (5.5 km), Two cairns, 780m ESE of Triscombe Farm (5.6 km).
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