Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard

England
List entry 1011800
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure within the churchyard setting, a placement typical of parish crosses that served both religious and practical functions within medieval communities. Dating to the medieval period, such crosses were common features of English churchyards from the thirteenth century onwards, frequently serving as focal points for gatherings, processions, and commercial transactions. The monument represents an important element of the material heritage associated with St Swithun's Church and reflects the established patterns of ecclesiastical and parochial life in medieval Lincolnshire.

Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011800. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011800.

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

Churchyard cross, St Swithun'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 1011800.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Saucer barrow 100m west of All Saints' Church (0.7 km), Churchyard cross, All Saints' churchyard (0.8 km), Westborough village cross (1.1 km).

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