Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

England
List entry 1013270
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross is a medieval cross located in the churchyard of St Mary's Church in Lincolnshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents a significant example of the ecclesiastical landscape that developed around parish churches during the Middle Ages. Such crosses typically served as focal points within churchyards, functioning in both a spiritual and practical capacity for the community. The cross survives as an important testament to medieval devotional practice and the organisation of sacred space within English parishes.

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013270. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard?

Churchyard cross is a medieval cross located in the churchyard of St Mary's Church in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013270.

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 1013270.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement, watermill and cultivation remains, East Torrington (1.9 km), The Mount: a medieval windmill mound 670m south of Bleasby Grange (2 km), Bleasby medieval village (2.9 km).

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