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Standing cross in the churchyard of the Church of the Holy Cross at Woodchurch is a medieval monument positioned within the grounds of the parish church in the village of Woodchurch, Cheshire. The cross is a substantial stone structure typical of medieval ecclesiastical sites, serving both as a focus for public gathering and as a symbol of Christian authority within the parish. Dating to the medieval period, the monument reflects the religious and social significance of such crosses in English village communities, where they functioned as gathering places for parishioners and landmarks within the settlement. The cross remains in situ in the churchyard, contributing to the historical character of the Church of the Holy Cross complex.
Standing cross in the churchyard of the Church of the Holy Cross at Woodchurch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015601. View the official record →
Standing cross in the churchyard of the Church of the Holy Cross at Woodchurch is a medieval monument positioned within the grounds of the parish church in the village of Woodchurch, Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015601.
Standing cross in the churchyard of the Church of the Holy Cross at Woodchurch 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 1015601.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of church and churchyard at Overchurch 875m north west of Upton Hall (2.4 km), Irby Hall moated site, Wirral (3.2 km), Storeton Hall, Bebington (3.8 km).
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