Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

England
List entry 1014399
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a fragmentary medieval monument situated in Gloucestershire. The surviving remains consist of the stone socket base and an incomplete shaft, which together represent the structural elements of what was originally a complete churchyard cross, a common feature of English parish churches from the medieval period onwards. Such crosses typically served ceremonial, devotional and practical functions within the churchyard setting. The monument's preservation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its historical importance as evidence of medieval parish church landscapes and their material culture.

The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014399. View the official record →

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What is The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a fragmentary medieval monument situated in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014399.

Who is responsible for protecting The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew'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 1014399.

What other scheduled monuments are near The socket stone and part of the shaft of a churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lodge Park long barrow (8.1 km), Bowl barrow 330m north west of Lodge Park (8.2 km), Crickley long barrow (8.2 km).

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