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, St Mary's churchyard is a medieval cross located in Lincolnshire, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a common form of ecclesiastical furnishing found in parish churchyards throughout England during the Middle Ages. Such crosses typically served liturgical and communal functions within the churchyard, marking significant spaces for processions, gatherings, and other religious observances. The survival of this example contributes to the understanding of medieval parish church arrangements and the material culture of religious life in Lincolnshire.

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, St Mary's churchyard is a medieval cross located in Lincolnshire, England. 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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