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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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in the parish churchyard of St Lawrence's Church in Somerset. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a type of churchyard cross that served both liturgical and communal functions within parish communities. The cross survives as a substantial upright stone structure, characteristic of the permanent fixtures that marked sacred spaces and facilitated outdoor religious gatherings and processions. Such crosses were common features of English churchyards from the medieval period onwards and remain significant indicators of the historical development and religious practices of their localities.

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 parish 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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