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Burnham Overy village cross is a medieval monument situated approximately ninety metres south west of St Clement's Church in Norfolk. The cross represents a common feature of English villages from the medieval period onwards, serving as a focal point for community gathering and commerce. The structure's exact dating and original form remain subjects for local historical study, though village crosses of this region typically date from the later medieval period through to the early modern era. Such monuments often underwent modification and reconstruction across centuries, reflecting changing village needs and social practices.
Burnham Overy village cross, 90m south west of St Clement's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013573. View the official record →
Burnham Overy village cross is a medieval monument situated approximately ninety metres south west of St Clement's Church in Norfolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013573.
Burnham Overy village cross, 90m south west of St Clement's Church 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 1013573.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Mary's Carmelite Friary and holy well (0.3 km), Roman barrow 125m south west of Leath House (1 km), Burnham Market Anglo-Saxon cemetery (1.1 km).
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