Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross 6m south of St Mary's Church

Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1019542
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church is a medieval stone cross monument located in Devon, England. The cross dates to the medieval period and survives as a substantial upright stone structure positioned near the church, indicative of the religious and communal significance such monuments held in parish settings. Medieval standing crosses of this type commonly served functions ranging from preaching platforms and market markers to devotional focuses and boundary markers within the settlement landscape. The survival of this example contributes to the archaeological record of Devon's medieval religious infrastructure and settlement patterns.

Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019542. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church?

Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church is a medieval stone cross monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019542.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church?

Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church 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 1019542.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross 6m south of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stoke Canon Bridge (5.5 km), Manorial settlement incorporating a medieval undercroft, 100m north of St John the Baptist's Church (6 km), Churchyard cross 15m south east of St Mary's church (6 km).

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