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Churchyard cross, St Chad's Church is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Chad's Church in Shropshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and stands as a testament to the religious and communal significance of the parish church, serving functions both devotional and practical within the church precinct. The monument survives as a substantial stone structure that reflects the craftsmanship and architectural conventions of its era. As a listed ancient monument, the cross remains an important physical record of medieval parochial life and stone-working traditions in the region.
Churchyard cross, St Chad's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015655. View the official record →
Churchyard cross, St Chad's Church is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Chad's Church in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015655.
Churchyard cross, St Chad'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 1015655.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Devil's Ring and Finger (1 km), Audley's Cross, 240m SSW of Audley's Cross Farmhouse (3.6 km), Bowl barrow 120m south west of Dorrington Cottage, Pipe Gate (3.6 km).
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