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Medieval · Cross

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base

Wales
Cadw SAM MM116
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone cross-base located in the churchyard at Llanarth in Wales. The monument consists of a substantial stone foundation or plinth that once supported a complete cross shaft and head, typical of the ecclesiastical monuments that marked significant sites within Welsh churchyards from the medieval period onwards. The cross-base exhibits the characteristic squared stone construction common to Welsh religious monuments, serving both ritual and funerary functions within the sacred space of the churchyard. Such crosses frequently marked burial sites or processional routes and represent an important element of the material culture associated with medieval Welsh Christianity.

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM116. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone cross-base located in the churchyard at Llanarth in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM116.

What period does Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base date from?

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM116.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llanarth Churchyard Cross-Base?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Coed y Bwnydd Camp (4.2 km), Cross on Croes Lwyd Farm (4.7 km), St Mary's Yard Castle Mound (4.8 km).

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