Scheduled MonumentsWalesChurchyard Cross
Medieval · Cross

Churchyard Cross

Wales
Cadw SAM MM136
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the reference MM136. The monument represents the type of ritual and funerary crosses that were characteristic features of Welsh churchyards from the medieval period onwards, serving both religious and communal functions within parish settlements. Such crosses typically marked sacred space and were focal points for processional and burial practices. The physical remains of the cross reflect the constructional traditions of medieval Welsh monuments, though the specific dimensions and current state of preservation would require consultation of detailed archaeological records maintained by Cadw.

Churchyard Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM136. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard Cross?

Churchyard Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the reference MM136. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM136.

What period does Churchyard Cross date from?

Churchyard Cross dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard Cross?

Churchyard Cross is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM136.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newport Castle (4.7 km), Fourteen Locks, Monmouthshire Canal (5.2 km), Tredegar Fort (6.5 km).

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