Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Edith's churchyard

Cross in St Edith's churchyard

England
List entry 1018282
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Edith's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire. The cross stands within the churchyard of St Edith's Church and represents a form of religious monument common to English parishes during the medieval period. Such crosses typically served as focal points for parish life and devotion, often marking gathering places or sites of significance within the settlement. The monument remains an important record of medieval parish infrastructure and religious practice in the region.

Cross in St Edith's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018282. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Edith's churchyard?

Cross in St Edith's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018282.

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

Cross in St Edith'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 1018282.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including North Cockerington Hall moated site (2.7 km), Louth Park Abbey (3.8 km), Castle Hill motte and bailey castle, Castle Carlton (4.4 km).

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