Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby

England
List entry 1013536
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby is a medieval monument situated within the churchyard of St Margaret's Church in the parish of Somersby, Lincolnshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and represents a type of parish monument commonly found in English churchyards, serving both spiritual and practical functions within the ecclesiastical landscape. The monument survives as a testament to medieval religious practice and the organisation of parish communities in the East Midlands. Its presence within the consecrated ground of the churchyard reflects the established custom of placing such crosses at the sacred centres of parish life.

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013536. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby?

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby is a medieval monument situated within the churchyard of St Margaret's Church in the parish of Somersby, Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013536.

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

Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Somersby 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 1013536.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Margaret's Church, Bag Enderby (0.8 km), Settlement site (3.9 km), Bowl barrow 800m north east of the Manor House (4 km).

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