Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard

England
List entry 1014424
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard is a medieval cross monument located in Lincolnshire. The cross represents a form of ecclesiastical architecture common in English churchyards from the medieval period onwards, serving functions both religious and civic in nature. Such crosses typically functioned as gathering places and focal points within the churchyard precinct. The physical survival of this example, recorded under National Heritage List entry 1014424, demonstrates the enduring presence of medieval church furnishings within the English landscape.

Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014424. 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 cross monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014424.

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 1014424.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Thomas of Canterbury's churchyard (1.3 km), Butterbump round barrow cemetery (4.4 km), Markby Priory (4.9 km).

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