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St Mary's churchyard cross in Herefordshire is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, though the exact period of its construction remains uncertain from surviving evidence. The cross stands as a substantial stone structure within the churchyard, representing the type of monumental cross that served both devotional and community functions in parish settings during the later medieval period. Such crosses typically functioned as focal points for religious observance and parish gatherings, and their presence within churchyards underscores their integration into the sacred landscape of the medieval village. The monument reflects the architectural and spiritual conventions of medieval Herefordshire parish life, and its survival to the present day makes it significant evidence for understanding local medieval religious practice and material culture.
Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016134. View the official record →
St Mary's churchyard cross in Herefordshire is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, though the exact period of its construction remains uncertain from surviving evidence. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016134.
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 1016134.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site known as Old Court Mound at Old Court (6.6 km), Bredwardine Castle (7.1 km), Moated site and fishponds immediately west of Upper House Farm (7.4 km).
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