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 fragmentary stone monument of medieval date. The shaft survives as a substantial portion of what was originally a free-standing cross, a common feature in English churchyards from the Anglo-Saxon period onwards. Such crosses served religious and community functions, marking sacred space and serving as focal points for outdoor gatherings and processions. The precise dating and original form of this example would be established through architectural analysis of its surviving stonework and any decorative elements.

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 fragmentary stone monument of medieval date. 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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