Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
MM143
Name
Bedwas Churchyard Cross
Date of Designation
27/09/1950
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Caerphilly
Community
Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen
Easting
317109
Northing
189190
Broad Class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Site Type
Cross
Period
Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument consists of a free standing cross probably dating to the early medieval or medieval period which stands in the churchyard to the south of the church. The remains of the cross stand c1m in height on an hexagonal base which is 0.5m in height and c1m in diameter, with a band of ball decoration around it. Above this is a short stone pillar 0.45m in height with a rectangular cross-section which tapers towards the top.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of the organisation and practice of Christianity. It retains significant archaeological potential, with a strong probability of the presence of associated archaeological features and deposits. A cross 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 and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.