Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church

Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church

England
List entry 1015301
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church is a medieval monument standing in the churchyard at St Cuthbert's Church in Shropshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and represents a common form of ecclesiastical monument found in English churchyards, serving both spiritual and practical functions within parish communities. The structure survives as a testimony to medieval religious practice and the organisation of parish life. As a listed monument, it remains an important example of the material culture associated with the established Church during the medieval era in the English midlands.

Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015301. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church?

Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert's Church is a medieval monument standing in the churchyard at St Cuthbert's Church in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015301.

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

Churchyard cross, St Cuthbert'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 1015301.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Mary Magdalene's Church (0.2 km), Moated site 330m south west of Humphreston Hall (0.7 km), Churchyard cross, St Chad's churchyard (2.1 km).

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