Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross north of St Mary's Church

Cross north of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1014908
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross north of St Mary's Church is a medieval wayside cross located in Worcestershire. The monument survives as a stone cross, representing a common feature of the medieval landscape that served both religious and practical functions, often marking parish boundaries or serving as gathering points for communities. The cross dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction is not definitively established in the available record. Its survival to the present day reflects the enduring significance of such monuments within the English rural heritage landscape.

Cross north of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014908. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross north of St Mary's Church?

Cross north of St Mary's Church is a medieval wayside cross located in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014908.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross north of St Mary's Church?

Cross north of St Mary'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 1014908.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross north of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Towbury Hill camp (0.9 km), Churchyard cross in St Nicholas's churchyard (1.9 km), Moated site at Moat House (4 km).

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