Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church

Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church

England
List entry 1015308
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The cross base and shaft at St Margaret's Church in Yorkshire is a medieval stone monument comprising the lower structural elements of a churchyard cross. Dating to the medieval period, likely between the 13th and 15th centuries, the monument represents a common feature of English parish churches where such crosses served both liturgical and communal functions. The base and shaft survive as substantial masonry work, typical of the stone construction employed for permanent ecclesiastical monuments during the medieval era. Such crosses frequently marked sacred ground and may have been focal points for religious processions or gatherings within the churchyard.

Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015308. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church?

The cross base and shaft at St Margaret's Church in Yorkshire is a medieval stone monument comprising the lower structural elements of a churchyard cross. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015308.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church?

Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church 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 1015308.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 520m S of Warren Farm (0.9 km), Deepdale cross ridge dyke (1.5 km), Round barrow 600m west of Newcote Farm (1.6 km).

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