Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard

England
List entry 1015512
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Michael's churchyard cross in Somerset is a medieval monument of Christian devotional significance. The cross stands as evidence of the religious practices and spatial organisation of a medieval parish, where such monuments typically served both liturgical and communal functions within the churchyard setting. Dating to the medieval period, the structure reflects the construction techniques and design conventions characteristic of its era. As a listed ancient monument, it represents an important surviving example of parish church furniture that contributes to the understanding of medieval ecclesiastical life and landscape in Somerset.

Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015512. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard?

St Michael's churchyard cross in Somerset is a medieval monument of Christian devotional significance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015512.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard?

Churchyard cross in St Michael'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 1015512.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tun Bridge (4.4 km), Large irregular stone circle at Stanton Drew south east of Church Farm (5.6 km), Bowl barrow 90m south-west of Bicknell Farm (5.8 km).

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