Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church

Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church

England
List entry 1020691
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located in the parish churchyard at Chewton Mendip in Somerset. The monument survives as a shaft and base, representing a type of ecclesiastical monument common in English churchyards from the medieval period onwards. Such crosses typically served ceremonial and devotional functions within the church precinct. The structure has been designated as a heritage asset of national importance, reflecting its archaeological and historical value as evidence of medieval religious practice and monumental tradition in the West Country.

Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020691. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located in the parish churchyard at Chewton Mendip in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020691.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church 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 1020691.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in the churchyard of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 650m north west of Elworthy Barrows hillfort (3.6 km), World War II pillbox 100m west of Ralegh's Cross Hotel (3.8 km), Elworthy Barrows hillfort (4.2 km).

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