Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard

England
List entry 1018012
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard is a medieval monument of substantial historical importance to the parish of Kilpeck in Herefordshire. The cross survives as a standing stone structure within the churchyard setting, representing the type of commemorative or processional monument common to English parishes from the medieval period onwards. Its presence reflects the religious and social functions that such crosses served in medieval communities, often marking significant points within the churchyard landscape or serving liturgical purposes. The cross forms part of the wider heritage context of Kilpeck, a settlement notable for its Norman-period church architecture and historical continuity.

Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018012. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard?

The churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard is a medieval monument of substantial historical importance to the parish of Kilpeck in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018012.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' 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 1018012.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in St Michael and All Angels' churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Bishopstone Court (1.8 km), Offa's Dyke: the section extending 950yds (870m) N and S of Big Oaks (3 km), Site of Romano-British town of Magna (3.2 km).

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