Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist
Medieval · Cross

St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist

Wales
Cadw SAM MM306
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist is a medieval cross of Cadw-designated significance located in the churchyard of St. Faith's Church in Llanfoist, Monmouthshire. The cross belongs to the tradition of churchyard crosses that served ritual and funerary functions within Welsh parish communities during the medieval period. Such crosses typically marked sacred space, provided a focal point for outdoor devotions, and served commemorative purposes within the burial ground. The surviving monument reflects the enduring religious character of Llanfoist's medieval settlement and its ecclesiastical centre.

St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM306. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist?

St. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM306.

What period does St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist date from?

St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist?

St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM306.

What other scheduled monuments are near St. Faith's Churchyard Cross, Llanfoist?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St. Bartholomew's Churchyard Cross, Llanover (4.9 km), Blaenafon Ironworks (5.4 km), Capel Newydd, Blaenavon (site of) (5.8 km).

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