Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard

England
List entry 1009207
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. The monument stands within the churchyard of St Andrew's Church and represents a type of parish marker common to English ecclesiastical sites from the medieval period onwards. Such crosses typically served both practical and symbolic functions within their communities, marking sacred ground and serving as focal points for gathering and procession. The physical structure and surviving stonework provide evidence of medieval craftsmanship and the enduring presence of Christian monuments in the English landscape.

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009207. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009207.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Andrew'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 1009207.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Denton village cross (0.1 km), Barrow SW of Stroxton, on parish boundary (2.6 km), Five barrows NW of Heath Farm (3.6 km).

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