Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Martin's churchyard

Cross in St Martin's churchyard

England
List entry 1018291
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Martin's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of probable 14th or 15th century date, located within the churchyard of St Martin's Church in Lincolnshire. The monument survives as a shaft cross, representing a common form of devotional and communal monument that would have served the parish throughout the medieval period. Such crosses functioned as focal points within churchyards, used for gatherings, processions, and as markers of sacred space. The survival of this cross demonstrates the continuity of medieval religious practice within the landscape and parish topography of the region.

Cross in St Martin's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018291. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Martin's churchyard?

Cross in St Martin's churchyard is a medieval stone cross of probable 14th or 15th century date, located within the churchyard of St Martin's Church in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018291.

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

Cross in St Martin'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 1018291.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gilby medieval settlement and cultivation remains (2.1 km), Deserted village of Dunstall (3.8 km), Southorpe medieval settlement and cultivation remains (4.3 km).

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