Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBoundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane

Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane

England
List entry 1015421
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane is an ancient monument located in Worcestershire, England. The cross marks a historical boundary point at the entrance to Quay Lane and is recorded as a designated heritage monument under the National Heritage List for England (NHLE list entry 1015421). Such boundary crosses, common throughout medieval England, served both practical and ceremonial functions in defining parish, manorial, or town limits. The precise dating and original physical form of this particular cross reflect the long-standing importance of boundary demarcation in the administrative geography of the region.

Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015421. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane?

The Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane is an ancient monument located in Worcestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015421.

Who is responsible for protecting Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane?

Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1015421.

What other scheduled monuments are near Boundary cross at entrance to Quay Lane?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tower of old church (1.6 km), Upton cross in old churchyard (1.7 km), Moated site at Manor Farm (4.5 km).

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