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 is a medieval stone cross of early medieval date, located in Yorkshire. The monument comprises a substantial base and shaft characteristic of high crosses erected during the Anglo-Saxon or early Romanesque period, serving as a focal point within the church precinct. Such crosses functioned both as expressions of Christian devotion and as prominent markers within ecclesiastical landscapes. The survival of both base and shaft elements provides evidence of medieval religious practice and the architectural traditions of northern England during this period.

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 is a medieval stone cross of early medieval date, located in Yorkshire. 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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