Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield

England
List entry 1012929
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield is a medieval stone cross of early fourteenth-century date. The monument stands within the churchyard at Darfield, a village in South Yorkshire, and represents a form of devotional or processional monument typical of the period. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure, though like many such monuments it has experienced repair and alteration over the centuries. Its presence at Darfield reflects the importance of the parish church as a focal point of medieval community life and religious practice.

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012929. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

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

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield is a medieval stone cross of early fourteenth-century date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012929.

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

Cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church, Darfield 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 1012929.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Ridge (Roman road): section 135yds (120m) long, E of Hoober House (6.3 km), Roman Ridge: section 300yds (270m) long N of Birchwood (E of Chemical Cottages) (6.6 km), Roman Ridge (Roman road): section S of Hoober House (6.6 km).

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