Scheduled MonumentsWalesSt. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton
Medieval · Cross

St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton

Wales
Cadw SAM MM330
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton is a medieval stone cross located within the churchyard at Wolvesnewton in Monmouthshire, Wales. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as a testament to the religious and ritual significance of the site, which centres on the nearby church dedicated to Saint Thomas a Becket. Such churchyard crosses served important functions in medieval Welsh communities, serving as focal points for religious gatherings, processions, and as markers within the burial landscape. The cross remains a significant example of medieval funerary and devotional practice in the region.

St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM330. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton?

St. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM330.

What period does St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton date from?

St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton 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. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton?

St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton 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 MM330.

What other scheduled monuments are near St. Thomas a Becket's Churchyard Cross, Wolvesnewton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llanvaches Castle (8 km), Talgarth settlement earthworks (8.4 km), Royal Naval Propellant Factory Caerwent Nitro-glycerine Hill (8.8 km).

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