Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFletton churchyard cross

Fletton churchyard cross

England
List entry 1006839
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fletton churchyard cross is a medieval cross base located in the churchyard of St Catherine's Church in Fletton, Huntingdonshire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though precise dating remains uncertain. The cross survives as a stone base or socket stone, representing the type of communal monument commonly found in English churchyards from the thirteenth century onwards. Such crosses served both religious and practical functions within medieval parish communities, functioning as focal points for gatherings and processions.

Fletton churchyard cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006839. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fletton churchyard cross?

Fletton churchyard cross is a medieval cross base located in the churchyard of St Catherine's Church in Fletton, Huntingdonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006839.

Who is responsible for protecting Fletton churchyard cross?

Fletton churchyard 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 1006839.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fletton churchyard cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stanground churchyard cross (0.5 km), Stanground Wash Bronze Age Barrow Cemetery (2.1 km), Horsey Hill Fort: a Civil War fieldwork (2.8 km).

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