Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church

Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church

England
List entry 1013711
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church in Yorkshire, is a medieval monument of uncertain but likely medieval date, standing within the churchyard as part of the ecclesiastical landscape. The cross survives as a stone structure, though its current form reflects medieval and post-medieval phases of construction and modification typical of such monuments. Churchyard crosses of this type served both practical and spiritual functions within parish communities, marking sacred space and potentially serving as a focal point for gatherings and processions. The exact chronology and original design of this particular example would require further archaeological investigation to establish with precision.

Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013711. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church?

Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church in Yorkshire, is a medieval monument of uncertain but likely medieval date, standing within the churchyard as part of the ecclesiastical landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013711.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church?

Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints 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 1013711.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, 4m north of All Saints Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beverley sanctuary limit stone, Walkington cross (2.7 km), Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite, 350m west of Butt Farm (3.8 km), Four round barrows 780m north east of Littlewood Lodge (3.9 km).

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