Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard

England
List entry 1009202
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. The monument comprises a shaft and head characteristic of ecclesiastical crosses erected in English churchyards from the medieval period onwards, serving both as a focal point for the churchyard and as a symbol of Christian authority. Such crosses functioned as gathering places and markers within the sacred precinct surrounding the parish church. The surviving structure provides evidence of medieval religious practice and the formal organisation of churchyard space in this region.

Churchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009202. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Michael's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009202.

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

Churchyard cross, St Michael'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 1009202.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bourne Castle (3.7 km), Car Dyke, S of Dyke (4.3 km), Swinstead village cross (4.4 km).

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