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The Cross in the grounds of Ashfield House is a medieval stone cross of unknown exact date, likely erected during the late medieval period. The monument stands in the parish of Ashfield-cum-Thorpe in Suffolk and represents a type of wayside or manorial cross common to East Anglia during the medieval and early post-medieval centuries. Its precise original function, whether as a market cross, parish boundary marker, or devotional monument, remains uncertain from available historical records. The structure survives as a significant example of Suffolk's medieval stone monuments, though detailed architectural analysis of its current form and condition would be necessary to establish its period more definitively.
Cross in grounds of Ashfield House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005968. View the official record →
The Cross in the grounds of Ashfield House is a medieval stone cross of unknown exact date, likely erected during the late medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005968.
Cross in grounds of Ashfield House 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 1005968.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill motte (1 km), Moated site in Round Grove (3.5 km), Moathill Barn moated site (4.4 km).
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