Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard

England
List entry 1009228
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire. The structure dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Oswald's Church. Such crosses were characteristic features of English churchyards from the medieval era onwards, serving both liturgical and communal functions within parish life. The cross represents an important element of the built heritage associated with the church and its surrounding ecclesiastical landscape.

Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009228. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Oswald's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009228.

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

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.

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

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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