Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby

England
List entry 1014938
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby is a medieval monument situated in the churchyard of the parish church in this Lincolnshire village. The cross dates from the medieval period and represents a type of ecclesiastical monument commonly found in English churchyards, serving both spiritual and communal functions. The structure survives as a substantial stone cross shaft, indicative of the craftsmanship and religious devotion characteristic of medieval parish communities. Such crosses typically served as gathering points and focal points for religious observance within the churchyard precinct.

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014938. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby?

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby is a medieval monument situated in the churchyard of the parish church in this Lincolnshire village. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014938.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby?

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby 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 1014938.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement site (3.1 km), Bowl barrow 800m north east of the Manor House (3.4 km), Neolithic long barrow 650m south of Langton Grange Cottage (5 km).

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