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Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard

England
List entry 1015710
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard is a stone cross monument located in the parish of Quatt in Shropshire. The structure dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard as a testament to religious and community practice of that era. Such crosses served important functions in medieval parishes, acting as focal points for worship, gathering, and occasionally as markers for significant locations within the settlement. The cross survives as part of the architectural heritage of the Shropshire landscape and remains recorded as a designated ancient monument.

Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015710. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard?

The Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard is a stone cross monument located in the parish of Quatt in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015710.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard?

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.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross in Quatt churchyard?

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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