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Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin churchyard is a medieval monument standing in the parish of Northamptonshire. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure typical of churchyard crosses erected during the medieval period, serving both religious and community functions. Such monuments commonly marked the sacred boundary of the churchyard and provided a focal point for outdoor gatherings and processions. The cross remains an important example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture and demonstrates the enduring significance of these structures within the English parish landscape.
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016322. View the official record →
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin churchyard is a medieval monument standing in the parish of Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016322.
Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin 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 1016322.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall (0.1 km), 'Chichele College': the remains of the medieval college of Higham Ferrers (0.2 km), Saffron moat at Higham Ferrers (0.3 km).
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