Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval cross in St Giles' churchyard

Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard

England
List entry 1015293
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard is a stone monument located in Shropshire, England, and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under National Heritage List entry 1015293. The cross dates to the medieval period and survives as a substantial example of parish churchyard monuments from this era. Such crosses served important functions within medieval communities, functioning as focal points for gatherings and religious observance within the churchyard setting. The surviving structure provides evidence of medieval stone working practices and the established tradition of cross erection at significant ecclesiastical sites.

Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015293. View the official record →

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What is Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard?

A Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard is a stone monument located in Shropshire, England, and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under National Heritage List entry 1015293. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015293.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard?

Medieval cross in St Giles' 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 1015293.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross in St Giles' churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval Settlement, south-east of Upton Cressett Hall (2.1 km), Moated site and associated ponds (2.2 km), Roman Settlement, 390m north-east of New House Farm (2.8 km).

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