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Grimley churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of Grimley parish church in Worcestershire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction remains uncertain from available records. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and communal significance of such monuments in medieval English villages, where churchyard crosses served both liturgical and social functions. As with many surviving examples of this type, the cross represents an important record of medieval stone carving and parish life in the Worcester region.
Grimley churchyard cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014886. View the official record →
Grimley churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of Grimley parish church in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014886.
Grimley churchyard cross 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 1014886.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including City walls: section extending 85ft (30m) along W side of Talbot Street (6.2 km), Western range of monastic buildings of the Cathedral Priory (6.3 km), City walls: section extending 280ft (90m) W and SW of Clare Street (6.3 km).
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