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Churchyard Cross in St Peter's Churchyard is a medieval stone cross that stands as a significant example of ecclesiastical monument tradition in Northamptonshire. The cross dates to the medieval period, though the precise century of its construction requires consultation of specialist archaeological records. Such churchyard crosses typically served functions including as gathering points for parishioners, markers for sacred space, and focal points for religious processions and community gatherings. The monument's survival to the present day demonstrates the enduring importance of St Peter's Church and its associated burial ground within the local landscape.
Churchyard cross in St Peter's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020176. View the official record →
Churchyard Cross in St Peter's Churchyard is a medieval stone cross that stands as a significant example of ecclesiastical monument tradition in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020176.
Churchyard cross in St Peter's 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 1020176.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Irthlingborough bowl barrow, 760m west of Rutland Lodge (3.8 km), Raunds bowl barrow (4.4 km), Crow Hill Iron Age hillfort with associated Iron Age, Roman and Medieval settlements (4.6 km).
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