Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard

England
List entry 1014422
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross at St Nicholas's churchyard in Lincolnshire is a medieval monument of the type commonly found in English parish churchyards. The structure dates from the medieval period, though precise dating evidence remains limited in the recorded sources. Such crosses served important communal and religious functions within the parish, acting as focal points for gatherings and processions. The monument reflects the longstanding tradition of placing crosses in churchyards throughout medieval and post-medieval England, though detailed documentation of its original form and subsequent modifications is not extensively recorded in readily available scholarship.

Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014422. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard?

Churchyard cross at St Nicholas's churchyard in Lincolnshire is a medieval monument of the type commonly found in English parish churchyards. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014422.

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 1014422.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard, Winthorpe (3.3 km), Churchyard cross, St Thomas of Canterbury's churchyard (6.4 km), Cock Hill, Saxon burial mound (6.6 km).

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