Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

England
List entry 1010673
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard Cross, St Mary's churchyard, is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents the type of ritual monument commonly found in churchyard settings throughout England during the Middle Ages. Such crosses typically served both liturgical and communal functions within the churchyard, often used for open-air services, processions, and as a focal point for parish gatherings. The surviving structure demonstrates the enduring presence of these important ecclesiastical monuments within the parochial landscape.

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010673. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard?

Churchyard Cross, St Mary's churchyard, is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010673.

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

Churchyard cross, St Mary'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 1010673.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Elloe Stone (1.1 km), King's Hall moated site, 480m east of Broadwater House Farm (3 km), Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard (3.3 km).

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