Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Lawrence's churchyard

Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard

England
List entry 1016198
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Lawrence's Church in Somerset. The monument dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction remains uncertain from available records. It survives as a substantial upright stone structure, typical of the churchyard crosses that served both spiritual and practical functions in medieval communities, often marking gathering places or processional routes within ecclesiastical spaces. The cross represents an important surviving example of parish-level ecclesiastical stonework from medieval Somerset.

Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016198. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard?

Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Lawrence's Church in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016198.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard?

Cross in St Lawrence'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 1016198.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle and associated earthworks south of Locking Head Farm (4.6 km), Deserted medieval farmstead 420m south of Gout House Farm (5.6 km), Romano-British villa, Banwell (6.9 km).

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