Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church

Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church

England
List entry 1012938
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located in the churchyard at Filey in North Yorkshire. The monument survives as a shaft and base, typical of parish crosses that served both religious and secular functions within medieval communities. Such crosses commonly marked gathering places and were focal points for church-related activities and public assemblies during the medieval period. The precise dating and original form of this particular cross remain matters of archaeological assessment, though its survival within the churchyard context demonstrates its enduring significance to the settlement's history.

Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012938. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church is a medieval stone cross of uncertain date, located in the churchyard at Filey in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012938.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church?

Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's 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 1012938.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross in the churchyard of St Oswald's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Thorpe in Balne moated site, chapel and fishpond (3.2 km), Round About Moat, Arksey (3.3 km), Tilts moated site (3.9 km).

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