History

Partly medieval cross, probably C15, which was rebuilt in 1888 incorporating the socket stone and possibly the base of the shaft. The cross was designed by F A Powell and carved by H Wall of Newport. The modern figures are by Philip Chatfield 2002. The fragment of the medieval cross is shown standing at the edge of the road in a print of c1850; it is shown in its original position in the centre of the road as now on Speed's Map of 1610.

Exterior

Apparently wholly sandstone apart from the white marble figures. Square base of three diminishing steps. Broached socket stone; octagonal shaft going to square with panelled faces. Tabernacle head with four modern figures in niches capped by a small crocketed spire.

Reasons for Listing

Included for its special historic interest and for its association with one of Monmouth's three medieval parish churches as well as being part of the important group of historic buildings round the outer end of Monnow Bridge.

External Links

• Cadwr Listing
• Overmonnow Cross at Wikipedia
• Wikidata Q514732

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Recommended Books

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  Georgian Style and Design for Contemporary Living
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  The green guide for historic buildings: how to improve the environmental performance of listed and historic buildings
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  Bristol (Pevsner Architectural Guides: City Guides)
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  Kent: West and the Weald: The Buildings of England (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas and Monuments
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  This Old House: Restoring, Rehabilitating, and Renovating an Older House