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Churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Benedict's Church in Lincolnshire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though precise dating of the structure remains uncertain without detailed architectural analysis. Churchyard crosses of this type typically served ceremonial and social functions within parish communities, often marking gathering places or focal points for religious observance. The cross survives as a significant example of medieval parish monuments within the county's ecclesiastical landscape.
Churchyard cross, St Benedict's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010680. View the official record →
Churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross located in the churchyard of St Benedict's Church in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010680.
Churchyard cross, St Benedict'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 1010680.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard (1 km), Tower on the Moor (3.5 km), Churchyard cross, St Helen's churchyard (4.1 km).
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