Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard

England
List entry 1013533
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard, is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. The monument represents a type of ecclesiastical structure commonly erected in churchyards during the medieval period, serving functions ranging from processional focus to burial marker. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure within the churchyard setting, preserving evidence of medieval parish religious practice and commemorative traditions. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its historical importance as a surviving example of medieval churchyard infrastructure in the region.

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013533. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard, is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013533.

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

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas'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 1013533.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Spilsby: medieval settlement and cultivation remains south east of Partney Bridge (1.1 km), Ring Holt bowl barrow (2.3 km), Spilsby market cross (2.3 km).

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