Scheduled MonumentsWalesCross in St Mary's Churchyard
Medieval · Cross

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard

Wales
Cadw SAM GM224
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Mary's Church in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument (Cadw SAM GM224). The cross dates to the medieval period and represents an important example of religious and ritual stonework associated with Christian worship and burial practices. As a churchyard cross, it would have served ceremonial functions within the ecclesiastical community and formed part of the sacred landscape surrounding the church. The monument reflects the significance of stone crosses in medieval Welsh religious life and their role as focal points for Christian observance and commemoration within parish communities.

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM224. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Mary's Churchyard?

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Mary's Church in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument (Cadw SAM GM224). It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM224.

What period does Cross in St Mary's Churchyard date from?

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in St Mary's Churchyard?

Cross in St Mary's Churchyard is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is GM224.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in St Mary's Churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round Barrows W of Cant-Erw (8.3 km), Domen Fawr Round Barrows (8.7 km), Croes Heol y Splott Round Barrow (8.8 km).

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