Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard

Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard

England
List entry 1017490
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, standing within the grounds of the parish church at Leicestershire. The cross survives as a stone shaft mounted upon a stepped base, representing a common form of ecclesiastical monument from the late medieval period. Such crosses functioned as focal points within churchyards, serving liturgical, processional, and community purposes. The monument remains an important testament to medieval parish church arrangements and the religious life of the locality during this period.

Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017490. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard?

The churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard is a medieval monument of probable fourteenth-century date, standing within the grounds of the parish church at Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017490.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard?

Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard 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 1017490.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross in All Saints' churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Petlinge medieval settlement and manorial garden remains 90m west and 160m south east of All Saints' Church (0.1 km), Petlinge medieval settlement remains 170m north of Whitehouse Farm (0.3 km), Manorial site immediately south east of St Peter's Church (2.4 km).

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