Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church

Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church

England
List entry 1015298
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church is a medieval stone cross located within the churchyard of St Bartholomew's Church in Herefordshire. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a significant example of the type of ceremonial and devotional structures that were commonly erected in English churchyards during the Middle Ages. Such crosses served multiple functions within parish life, including use as gathering points for processions and as focal points for religious observance. The cross remains an important testament to the religious and community practices of medieval Herefordshire.

Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015298. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church?

Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church is a medieval stone cross located within the churchyard of St Bartholomew's Church in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015298.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church?

Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church 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 1015298.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St Bartholomew's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mortimer's Castle N and E of St Bartholomew's Church (0.1 km), Chapel at Chapel Farm (3.8 km), Moated site at Bellamys farm (4.1 km).

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