What is recorded here
There is a simple cross (H 1.5m; span 0.4m) with a rectangular cross-section (dims 0.28m x 0.16m) in the NE corner of the graveyard of Skreen church (ME032-047003-). The arms are short (L 0.06m) and there is a worn crucifixion in relief on the W side. The cross is probably 16th or 17th century in date. (Westropp 1894, 230)
See attached image taken from NE
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 27 January, 2015
A local church or high cross; wider significance not recorded.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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