Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard

Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard

England
List entry 1018296
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Peter and St Paul's Church, a setting typical for parish crosses of this era. Medieval crosses of this type served important functions within their communities, often marking gathering places or serving processional and liturgical purposes. The cross survives as evidence of the religious and social infrastructure of medieval parish life in the region.

Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018296. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard?

Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018296.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard?

Cross in St Peter and St Paul'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 1018296.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in St Peter and St Paul's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round Barrow Cemetery with outlying barrow to the west of Tetney and north of the Waithe Beck (1.6 km), Cross in St Lawrence's churchyard (3.3 km), Cross in St Martin's churchyard (3.3 km).

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