Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard

England
List entry 1018287
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Bartholomew's Church, serving as a focus for the sacred space. Such crosses were common features of parish churchyards throughout medieval England, functioning as places of gathering and as markers of the consecrated ground. The cross represents the religious and social significance of the parish church within its community during the medieval era.

Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018287. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018287.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Cross in St Bartholomew'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 1018287.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of medieval nunnery and post-Dissolution house, Nun Cotham (1.6 km), Camera of the Knights Hospitallers, medieval settlement and cultivation remains, post-medieval house and gardens (2.9 km), Stallingborough medieval settlement, post-medieval manor house and formal gardens (3.5 km).

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