Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St George's Church

Churchyard cross, St George's Church

England
List entry 1015270
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St George's Church is a medieval stone cross located in Norfolk, England. The monument stands within the churchyard of St George's Church and represents a type of ecclesiastical furnishing common to English parishes during the medieval period. Such crosses typically served liturgical and communal functions within the churchyard setting. The structure is recorded as an ancient monument of significance to the understanding of medieval parish life and ecclesiastical architecture in Norfolk.

Churchyard cross, St George's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015270. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St George's Church?

Churchyard cross, St George's Church is a medieval stone cross located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015270.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St George's Church?

Churchyard cross, St George's Church 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 1015270.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St George's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Double moated site of Old Hall, 250m north west of Church Farm (0.3 km), Castle Acre Priory (0.6 km), Castle Acre Castle, town defences and Bailey Gate (1.2 km).

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