Head of a preaching cross, Tortworth churchyard
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Head of a preaching cross, Tortworth churchyard
Image: © Philip Halling Taken: 19 Apr 2017
This preaching cross in the churchyard of St Leonard's church dates from the 14th century, though later restored, and is Grade II* listed. Historic England description Churchyard cross. C14, restored late C19. Square freestone base of 3 steps. Tapering octagonal shaft on square base, the upper corners of which are stop- chamfered; late C19 cross and top to shaft. Source:https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1115014
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Image Location
Latitude
51.63808
Longitude
-2.428825