Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPutley churchyard cross

Putley churchyard cross

England
List entry 1015449
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Putley churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of Putley Church in Herefordshire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction has not been definitively established in the available scholarly record. It stands as a testament to the religious and social practices of medieval parish communities, where such crosses served functional and symbolic roles within churchyard spaces. The cross remains an important example of Herefordshire's medieval ecclesiastical heritage.

Putley churchyard cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015449. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Putley churchyard cross?

Putley churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of Putley Church in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015449.

Who is responsible for protecting Putley churchyard cross?

Putley churchyard cross 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 1015449.

What other scheduled monuments are near Putley churchyard cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa E of the Rectory (0.6 km), Churchyard cross, St George's churchyard (3.9 km), Wall Hills Camp (4.5 km).

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