Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree early medieval cross shafts in West Park

Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park

England
List entry 1012884
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park is a group of fragmentary stone monuments located in Cheshire, England, dating to the early medieval period. These cross shafts represent significant archaeological evidence of Christian religious practice and monumental stone carving during the Anglo-Saxon era. The shafts, preserved as separate sculptured stones, demonstrate the skilled craftsmanship characteristic of early medieval cross production, with their forms suggesting they originally formed part of freestanding monument crosses. Their presence in West Park indicates the site's historical importance as a location of religious or ceremonial significance during the early medieval period.

Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012884. View the official record →

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What is Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park?

Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park is a group of fragmentary stone monuments located in Cheshire, England, dating to the early medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012884.

Who is responsible for protecting Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park?

Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park 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 1012884.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three early medieval cross shafts in West Park?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 200m south-west of Sutton Hall (3.2 km), Moated site at Jarman Farm (3.2 km), Standing cross base near the junction of Church Lane and Woodhouse Lane, 600m NNW of New Hall Farm (4.3 km).

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