Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm

Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm

England
List entry 1013477
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm is a medieval stone monument situated in Cheshire. The structure consists of a cross base, a surviving element of what would once have formed part of a wayside or ceremonial cross, typical of medieval parishes and rural settlements. The monument dates to the medieval period, though the exact century of its construction cannot be precisely determined from the surviving remains. Such cross bases served important functions within medieval communities, marking boundaries, serving as gathering points, or indicating places of religious significance within the landscape.

Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013477. View the official record →

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What is Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm?

Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm is a medieval stone monument situated in Cheshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013477.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm?

Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm 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 1013477.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross base on south side of Longstone Lane 100m WNW of the entrance to Cobden Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 140m south-east of Fishpool Lane Farm (2 km), High Billinge bowl barrow (3.5 km), Darley Hall moated site (4.2 km).

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