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Medieval · Cross

Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base

Wales
Cadw SAM MM117
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone monument consisting of the base of a churchyard cross located in the parish of Llanthewy-Rhytherch in Wales. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the surviving lower portion of what was originally a complete cross structure, likely erected as a focal point within the churchyard serving both ritual and commemorative functions. The base comprises substantial stonework typical of medieval cross construction, preserving evidence of the monument's original form and its role within the religious and funerary landscape of its locality. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, it remains an important surviving example of medieval Welsh churchyard religious architecture.

Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM117. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone monument consisting of the base of a churchyard cross located in the parish of Llanthewy-Rhytherch in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM117.

What period does Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base date from?

Llanthewy-Rhytherch 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 Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanthewy-Rhytherch 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 MM117.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llanthewy-Rhytherch Churchyard Cross-Base?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llanvihangel Nigh Usk Churchyard Cross (3.8 km), St. Mary's Churchyard Cross, Llanfair Cilgedyn (4.3 km), St. Bartholomew's Churchyard Cross, Llanover (4.8 km).

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