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Medieval · Cross

Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base

Wales
Cadw SAM MM118
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone cross base located in the churchyard at Llanwenarth in Monmouthshire, Wales. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a form of religious monument commonly found in Welsh churchyards, serving both ritual and commemorative functions. The cross-base survives as a substantial stone structure, though the upper shaft and head of the cross are no longer extant. Such monuments were integral to medieval Welsh ecclesiastical landscapes and demonstrate the importance of processional and devotional practices within churchyard spaces during this period.

Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM118. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base is a medieval stone cross base located in the churchyard at Llanwenarth in Monmouthshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM118.

What period does Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base date from?

Llanwenarth 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 Llanwenarth Churchyard Cross-Base?

Llanwenarth 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 MM118.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blaenavon Upper Brick Yard (5.7 km), Brake Engine on Hill Pits Tramroad Incline (5.9 km), Garn Road Powder House 300m ENE of Ashgrove Bungalow (5.9 km).

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