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Standing cross in Caynham churchyard is a medieval stone cross situated in the churchyard of the parish church in Caynham, Shropshire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction remains uncertain without detailed stylistic or archaeological analysis. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and communal significance of such monuments in medieval English parishes, where they often served as focal points for gatherings and processions. Like many surviving medieval crosses, it demonstrates the enduring presence of stone ecclesiastical monuments that have weathered subsequent centuries of use and weathering.
Standing cross in Caynham churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014903. View the official record →
Standing cross in Caynham churchyard is a medieval stone cross situated in the churchyard of the parish church in Caynham, Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014903.
Standing cross in Caynham churchyard 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 1014903.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Caynham Camp, a large univallate hillfort 700m north west of Caynham (1 km), The Bower moated site (1 km), Standing cross in the churchyard of the Church of St Mary the Virgin (2.2 km).
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