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Gelston village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Gelston in Lincolnshire. 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. Such crosses functioned as gathering places for markets, proclamations, and parish business. The cross survives as evidence of medieval village organisation and settlement patterns in Lincolnshire, contributing to understanding of the region's social and administrative history during this period.
Gelston village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009217. View the official record →
Gelston village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Gelston in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009217.
Gelston 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 1009217.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill (1.6 km), Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard (2.6 km), Iron Age settlement (3.5 km).
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