Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of St George's Church

Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church

England
List entry 1021061
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church is a medieval stone cross that survives as a significant example of church furniture from the medieval period. The cross stands within the churchyard at St George's Church in Somerset and forms part of the ecclesiastical landscape characteristic of English parishes from the Middle Ages onwards. Such churchyard crosses typically served ceremonial and processional functions within the liturgical life of the parish community. The monument is listed on the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1021061, reflecting its archaeological and historical importance as a surviving example of medieval church architecture and religious practice.

Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021061. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church is a medieval stone cross that survives as a significant example of church furniture from the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021061.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St George'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 1021061.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in the churchyard of St George's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leather Barrow (8.1 km), Wiveliscombe Barrow (8.9 km), Bowl barrow 700m north east of Burrow Farm (9.3 km).

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