Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross in St Mary's churchyard

Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard

England
List entry 1017058
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval wayside cross located in Cheshire, England. The monument is recorded as a standing cross of stone construction, typical of the devotional and functional crosses that marked important locations and facilitated public worship in medieval parishes. Such crosses served both spiritual and practical purposes within their communities, often acting as focal points for processions and public gathering. The structure is now a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its significance to the archaeological and architectural heritage of the region.

Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017058. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard?

Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval wayside cross located in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017058.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard?

Standing cross in St Mary's 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 1017058.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Monks Lane moated site, Acton (0.3 km), Reaseheath moated site and two annexes (2.2 km), Edleston moated site and fishpond (2.4 km).

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