Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad

Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad

England
List entry 1003708
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Shropshire. The crypt represents significant evidence of early church architecture, demonstrating the engineering and religious practices of its period. Such crypts typically served functional purposes including the burial of important clergy or saints, and occasionally provided structural support for the church above. The survival of substantial remains allows for archaeological and architectural study of medieval vaulting techniques and the spatial organisation of sacred spaces within the parish church.

Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003708. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad?

The Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003708.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad?

Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad 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 1003708.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of the crypt or undercroft to the Old Church of St Chad?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross SW of St Giles Church (1.6 km), Moated site, fishponds and ridge and furrow cultivation remains, 260m south west of Betton Alkmere (3.6 km), The Burgs (3.6 km).

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