Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter's Church

Cross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter's Church

England
List entry 1012883
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter's Church is a fragment of a medieval stone cross. The shaft dates to the medieval period and survives as an example of the decorative and devotional monuments that were commonly erected in churchyards throughout England during this time. Such cross shafts typically served religious and commemorative purposes within the parish, marking significant locations for worship and prayer. The monument remains an important record of medieval ecclesiastical practice and stone-working traditions in the Cheshire region.

Cross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012883. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

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

Cross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter's Church is a fragment of a medieval stone cross. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012883.

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

Cross shaft in the churchyard of St Peter'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 1012883.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 370m east-south-east of Bearhurst Farm (5.6 km), Moated site at Jarman Farm (6.1 km), Round cairn 200m south-west of Sutton Hall (6.1 km).

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