Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGarsington village cross

Garsington village cross

England
List entry 1015175
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garsington village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Garsington, Oxfordshire. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as a focal point for the village community, typical of crosses erected in English settlements during the Middle Ages. The cross stands in the village centre and represents an important element of Garsington's historical landscape, reflecting the social and religious life of the medieval period. Such crosses functioned as gathering places and markers of civic importance within rural parish communities.

Garsington village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015175. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garsington village cross?

Garsington village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Garsington, Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015175.

Who is responsible for protecting Garsington village cross?

Garsington 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 1015175.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garsington village cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement site at Northfield Farm (7.7 km), Church Piece cemetery site (7.8 km), Roman town (8.2 km).

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