Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross at Stumps Cross

Wayside cross at Stumps Cross

England
List entry 1015388
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross at Stumps Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Gloucestershire, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and served a devotional or directional function along what was likely an important local route or meeting place. The cross survives as a stone structure, characteristic of wayside crosses erected throughout the medieval landscape to mark boundaries, indicate directions, or serve as focal points for prayer and community gathering. Such monuments are valuable indicators of the pattern of movement and religious observance in medieval Gloucestershire.

Wayside cross at Stumps Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015388. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross at Stumps Cross?

Wayside cross at Stumps Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015388.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross at Stumps Cross?

Wayside cross at Stumps Cross 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 1015388.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross at Stumps Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 690m south west of Roel Farm (6.1 km), Bowl barrow 760m south of Roel Farm (6.3 km), Medieval and later settlement remains and associated fields at Hawling (7.1 km).

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