Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals

Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals

England
List entry 1016070
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals is a stone monument of medieval date situated within the churchyard of St Martin's Church in the parish of Preston Gubbals, Shropshire. The structure represents a survival of the type of decorative and possibly functional cross common in English churchyards from the medieval period onwards. As a listed ancient monument, it forms part of the archaeological and architectural heritage of the locality, contributing to understanding of medieval religious practice and churchyard furnishings. The cross remains a notable example of stonework from its era, though the precise dating and original form require reference to detailed archaeological assessment records held for the site.

Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016070. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals?

Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals is a stone monument of medieval date situated within the churchyard of St Martin's Church in the parish of Preston Gubbals, Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016070.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals?

Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals 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 1016070.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross in St Martin's churchyard, Preston Gubbals?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shrewsbury Castle (6.8 km), Remains of tower in Victoria Avenue (7 km), Length of medieval town wall, sally port and interval tower (7 km).

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