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Digby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Digby in Lincolnshire. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and stands as a testament to the communal and commercial importance of the village during the late medieval period. The cross comprises a stone base and shaft, characteristic of the village crosses that served as focal points for markets, gatherings, and public proclamations in medieval English settlements. The monument remains an important archaeological record of Digby's medieval heritage and continues to occupy a prominent position within the village landscape.
Digby village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009229. View the official record →
Digby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Digby in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009229.
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.
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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