Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street

Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street

England
List entry 1012935
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located within the churchyard at Adwick le Street in South Yorkshire. The monument survives as a shaft and base, representing a typical example of the parish crosses that were common features of English churchyards from the medieval period onwards. Such crosses frequently served multiple functions within the ecclesiastical and social life of the parish, including as gathering points and markers of sacred space. The precise dating and original form of this particular cross remain matters for further archaeological investigation.

Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012935. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street?

Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located within the churchyard at Adwick le Street in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012935.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street?

Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street 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 1012935.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in the churchyard of St Laurence's Church, Adwick le Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement 170m north east of Cusworth Hall (4.6 km), Cusworth Motte Castle (5.2 km), Wall of Roman fort (6 km).

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