Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church

England
List entry 1012936
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a medieval stone cross located in Yorkshire, England. The monument dates from the medieval period and stands within the churchyard as a testament to religious and ceremonial practices of that era. Such crosses commonly served functions including marking gathering places, facilitating outdoor worship, and serving as focal points for parish activities. The structure exemplifies the type of ecclesiastical monument that was characteristic of English parish churches during the medieval period.

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012936. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a medieval stone cross located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012936.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church 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 1012936.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Icehouse 720m south east of Bath House Farm (6.9 km), Wildthorpe medieval settlement 680m south of Leylands Farm (7.2 km), Castle Hills motte and bailey castle, Mexborough (8 km).

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