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St Mary's churchyard cross is a medieval monument located in Herefordshire, England. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and social functions that such structures served within medieval parish communities, where they frequently marked focal points for gathering and ceremonial purposes. As with many churchyard crosses of its period, the monument likely dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction would require reference to detailed archaeological and architectural assessment. The cross remains an important example of ecclesiastical stonework and continues to contribute to the character and historical significance of its churchyard setting.
Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016120. View the official record →
St Mary's churchyard cross is a medieval monument located in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016120.
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 1016120.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Grosmont Castle (1.8 km), Grosmont Churchyard Cross (2 km), Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill (2.4 km).
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