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Ireby Old Church is a medieval church structure located in Cumberland, England, with associated remains that include a churchyard and two cross bases of archaeological significance. The site represents an important example of early Christian worship infrastructure in the region, with the church itself likely dating to the medieval period. The two cross bases present within the churchyard indicate the site's use as a focal point for religious observance and community gathering, with such monuments commonly serving commemorative or processional functions in medieval ecclesiastical landscapes. The survival of these elements together provides material evidence of the long-term religious use and development of this particular location.
Ireby Old Church, churchyard and two cross bases is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014703. View the official record →
Ireby Old Church is a medieval church structure located in Cumberland, England, with associated remains that include a churchyard and two cross bases of archaeological significance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014703.
Ireby Old Church, churchyard and two cross bases 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 1014703.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Snittlegarth moated site (2 km), Moated site 1/4 mile (400m) NE of Cockbridge (2.9 km), Two Roman forts and three sections of Roman road at Caermote (3.1 km).
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