Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDigby village cross

Digby village cross

England
List entry 1009229
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Digby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Digby, Lincolnshire. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as a focal point for community life, typical of market or parish crosses found throughout England. The cross stands in the village and represents the type of stone or timber-framed structure that would have functioned as a meeting place, gathering point, and symbol of local authority during the medieval centuries. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains an important record of Digby's medieval settlement history and landscape development.

Digby village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009229. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Digby village cross?

Digby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Digby, Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009229.

Who is responsible for protecting Digby village cross?

Digby village cross 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 1009229.

What other scheduled monuments are near Digby village cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Neolithic long barrow 770m ESE of Rowston Grange (3.5 km), Catley Priory (3.8 km), Brauncewell medieval village (4.2 km).

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