Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
PE305
Name
Pillar Cross 140m SE of Newport Church
Date of Designation
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Pembrokeshire
Community
Newport
Easting
205877
Northing
238850
Broad Class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Site Type
Cross-marked stone
Period
Early Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument consists of a stone with a cross carved into the surface, probably dating to the medieval period which has been placed in the centre of the lawn of a private residence. The rough boulder measures 1.8m in height, 1.2m in width and 0.4m in depth. The east face has been incised with a cross contained in circle.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of the organisation and practice of medieval Christianity. A cross marked stone may be part of a larger cluster of monuments and their importance can further enhanced by their group value.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described.