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East Hagbourne village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of East Hagbourne in Berkshire. The cross stands in the centre of the village and represents a type of community monument typical of English villages from the medieval period onwards, serving as a focal point for social and commercial activity. The structure exhibits the characteristic form of village crosses from this era, though detailed records of its original construction date and any subsequent restoration work are limited in the readily available scholarly literature. As a designated heritage monument, it remains an important element of the village's historical landscape and architectural heritage.
East Hagbourne village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015174. View the official record →
East Hagbourne village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of East Hagbourne in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015174.
East Hagbourne 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 1015174.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows and a pair of confluent barrows 270m north east of Churn Farm (4.7 km), Two round barrows 520m and 550m north of Lower Chance Farm (5 km), Grim's Ditch; section on Aston Upthorpe Down (5.2 km).
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