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Quatt medieval cross is a standing cross located in the churchyard of Quatt, Shropshire, and represents an important example of medieval ecclesiastical monument tradition in the region. The cross dates from the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction requires archaeological assessment. As a churchyard cross, it would have served both spiritual and communal functions within the parish, potentially marking a focus for outdoor worship and parish gatherings. The monument survives as evidence of medieval stone working practices and the religious landscape of medieval Shropshire.
Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015710. View the official record →
Quatt medieval cross is a standing cross located in the churchyard of Quatt, Shropshire, and represents an important example of medieval ecclesiastical monument tradition in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015710.
Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard 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 1015710.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Butter Cross 350m north west of Yewtree Cottage (2.5 km), Motte and bailey castle 90m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church, Quatford (3.1 km), Medieval cross in Chelmarsh churchyard (3.6 km).
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