Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Michael's Church

Churchyard cross, St Michael's Church

England
List entry 1015683
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard Cross, St Michael's Church is a medieval stone cross of Early English character, located within the churchyard at St Michael's in Worcestershire. The monument dates to the thirteenth century and represents a typical example of the ecclesiastical crosses that served both functional and ceremonial purposes within parish churchyards during the medieval period. Such crosses commonly marked sacred space, facilitated outdoor devotions, and provided focal points for processions and gatherings within the church precinct. The survival of this structure provides evidence of the liturgical practices and physical arrangements of the medieval parish church.

Churchyard cross, St Michael's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015683. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Michael's Church?

Churchyard Cross, St Michael's Church is a medieval stone cross of Early English character, located within the churchyard at St Michael's in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015683.

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

Churchyard cross, St Michael'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 1015683.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman settlement at Bays Meadow (6.6 km), Roman camp 430m east of Dodderhill Court Farm (6.9 km), Roman fort, Saxon church and medieval hospital at Dodderhill (7 km).

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