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Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents the type of ceremonial or processional cross commonly found in English churchyards, serving functions both religious and practical within parish life. The cross survives as a physical testament to medieval parish organisation and the central role of the church in community affairs. Such monuments were typically constructed of stone and positioned prominently within the churchyard, functioning as focal points for gatherings and religious observances.
Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009228. View the official record →
Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009228.
Churchyard cross, St Oswald'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 1009228.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard (2.3 km), Settlement site 650yds (600m) E of Holme House (4.4 km), Helpringham village cross (5.5 km).
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