Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard

England
List entry 1019760
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The churchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of uncertain dating, though such monuments were commonly erected during the medieval period as focal points within ecclesiastical spaces. The cross stands within the churchyard of St Milburga's Church in Warwickshire and represents the type of free-standing cross that typically served liturgical and processional functions within parish churchyards. Like many such crosses, it would have been a significant feature of the religious and social landscape of the medieval community it served. The exact architectural details and period of construction require reference to the monument's official records and any available archaeological evidence for precise characterization.

Churchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019760. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard?

The churchyard cross in St Milburga's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of uncertain dating, though such monuments were commonly erected during the medieval period as focal points within ecclesiastical spaces. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019760.

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

Churchyard cross in St Milburga'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 1019760.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Oversley Castle (1.1 km), Roman town (2.3 km), Alcester Abbey (2.9 km).

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