Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside Cross at Hatherop

Wayside Cross at Hatherop

England
List entry 1014415
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside Cross at Hatherop is a medieval stone cross located in Gloucestershire. The monument survives as a substantial upright shaft, characteristic of wayside crosses erected during the medieval period, which commonly marked routes, boundaries, or served as focal points for local communities. The cross stands testament to the religious and practical significance of such structures in medieval England, functioning both as expressions of faith and as navigation markers within the landscape. Its survival to the present day provides evidence of medieval stone masonry techniques and the enduring cultural value placed upon these monuments across centuries.

Wayside Cross at Hatherop is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014415. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside Cross at Hatherop?

Wayside Cross at Hatherop is a medieval stone cross located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014415.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside Cross at Hatherop?

Wayside Cross at Hatherop 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 1014415.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside Cross at Hatherop?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, 10m south east of St John the Baptist's Church (8.4 km), Medieval settlement remains at Inglesham (8.5 km), Sites near Manor Ham Barn (8.9 km).

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