Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Margaret's churchyard

Cross in St Margaret's churchyard

England
List entry 1018106
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Margaret's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Norfolk, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Margaret's Church, serving as a focal point typical of parish churches of this era. Such crosses functioned both as religious symbols and practical gathering places within medieval communities. The cross represents the religious devotion and spatial organization characteristic of medieval English ecclesiastical landscapes.

Cross in St Margaret's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018106. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Margaret's churchyard?

Cross in St Margaret's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018106.

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

Cross in St Margaret'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 1018106.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement remains north of Kenwick Farm house (2.3 km), Whitefriars Gateway, South Lynn (3 km), Greyfriars Tower (3.1 km).

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