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Geddington Cross is a Eleanor cross erected in the late thirteenth century, specifically constructed between 1291 and 1294 as one of twelve monuments commissioned by Edward I to commemorate the funeral procession of his wife, Eleanor of Castile. The cross stands in the village of Geddington in Northamptonshire and survives as one of the three most complete examples of the Eleanor cross series, displaying the characteristic hexagonal plan and ornamental stonework typical of these royal monuments. The structure comprises a substantial stone base and superstructure featuring decorated arcading and heraldic elements, with the whole rising to considerable height, making it one of the finest surviving examples of late medieval commemorative architecture. The site has long served as a focal point within the village and retains significant historical importance as testimony to royal patronage and medieval funeral practices.
Geddington Cross: Eleanor cross and conduit house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013313. View the official record →
Geddington Cross is a Eleanor cross erected in the late thirteenth century, specifically constructed between 1291 and 1294 as one of twelve monuments commissioned by Edward I to commemorate the funeral procession of his wife, Eleanor of Castile. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013313.
Geddington Cross: Eleanor cross and conduit house 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 1013313.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Geddington Bridge (0.1 km), A late 16th century house, gardens and dovecote, 300m west of Mill Farm (0.9 km), Market cross 8m west of the Market House (5.7 km).
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