Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard

England
List entry 1015888
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross at St Chad's is a medieval stone cross situated within the churchyard of St Chad's Church in Shropshire. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a type of ecclesiastical feature commonly found in English churchyards, serving both spiritual and practical functions within the parochial landscape. The cross would have formed a focal point for outdoor gatherings and processions associated with the church. It survives as a testament to the religious and social practices of medieval parish communities in Shropshire.

Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015888. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard?

Churchyard cross at St Chad's is a medieval stone cross situated within the churchyard of St Chad's Church in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015888.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Chad'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 1015888.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Mary Magdalene's Church (1.8 km), Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church (2.1 km), Moated site 330m south west of Humphreston Hall (2.4 km).

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