Scheduled MonumentsWalesTrellech Churchyard Cross
Medieval · Cross

Trellech Churchyard Cross

Wales
Cadw SAM MM107
Period
Medieval
Site type
Cross
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Trellech Churchyard Cross is a Medieval stone cross located in the churchyard at Trellech in Monmouthshire, Wales. The monument dates to the Medieval period, though the precise century of its construction remains uncertain within scholarly sources. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and ritual functions that such monuments served within parish communities, likely fulfilling both devotional and commemorative purposes typical of Medieval churchyard crosses. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw's protection (SAM MM107), it represents an important survival of Medieval stone carving traditions in the Welsh borderlands.

Trellech Churchyard Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM107. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Trellech Churchyard Cross?

Trellech Churchyard Cross is a Medieval stone cross located in the churchyard at Trellech in Monmouthshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM107.

What period does Trellech Churchyard Cross date from?

Trellech Churchyard Cross dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a cross. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Trellech Churchyard Cross?

Trellech Churchyard Cross is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MM107.

What other scheduled monuments are near Trellech Churchyard Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gaer Hill Camp, Penterry (7.7 km), Chepstow Park Wood Cairn (8 km), Wyndcliff Roman Site (8.3 km).

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