Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul

Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul

England
List entry 1019660
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely belonging to the medieval period. The cross survives as a substantial stone shaft on a stepped base, representing the type of parish cross that commonly stood in churchyards across England during the later medieval centuries. Such crosses served important functions within village communities, marking sacred space and serving as gathering points for parishioners. The monument's survival alongside the church demonstrates the enduring relationship between religious architecture and the wider ecclesiastical landscape of medieval Warwickshire.

Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019660. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

The standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely belonging to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019660.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul 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 1019660.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross immediately north of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Bank (0.3 km), Medieval settlement at Brookhampton (0.7 km), King John's Castle (1.3 km).

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