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The cross is located in the churchyard about 3m south of the church tower. Formerly thought to be a Saxon stone cross, now recognised as being a reused Roman altar converted to a Saxon grave slab. The figure on the surface is crudely executed and its depiction uncertain. The hammerhead cross in relief is also crudely executed. It formerly stood in the garden of Nether Warden House and was placed in present position in the churchyard, in the angle of the tower and the south porch, in 1957. The cross has been erected on a stone base bearing a small plaque inscribed: 'Warden Village Cross - Early 7th Century'

This type of cross was seen after the battle of Heavenfield (633/634) and was used as a focal point for preaching and praying before churches were built.

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