Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in St Swithin's churchyard

Churchyard cross in St Swithin's churchyard

England
List entry 1017812
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Swithin's churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Swithin's Church in Warwickshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of the type of churchyard crosses that were commonly erected adjacent to parish churches throughout England during the Middle Ages. Such crosses typically served both functional and symbolic purposes within the ecclesiastical landscape, marking sacred space and functioning as focal points for worship and community gathering. The cross remains in situ within the churchyard setting, preserving its original ecclesiastical context.

Churchyard cross in St Swithin's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017812. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in St Swithin's churchyard?

St Swithin's churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Swithin's Church in Warwickshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017812.

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

Churchyard cross in St Swithin'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 1017812.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Preceptory at Temple Balsall (1.6 km), Moated site at Eastcote Hall (2.1 km), Churchyard cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard (3.8 km).

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