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High Cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval stone cross that stands in Cumberland. The monument dates to the medieval period, though its precise construction date within that broad timeframe is not firmly established in the readily available scholarly literature. High crosses of this type are characteristic features of English churchyards and often served religious, ceremonial, or communal functions within their parish settings. The cross remains a significant example of ecclesiastical medieval stonework in the region.
High cross in St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012643. View the official record →
High Cross in St Mary's churchyard is a medieval stone cross that stands in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012643.
High cross in St Mary's churchyard 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 1012643.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Infell Wood medieval enclosure, 550m north west of Scargreen (2.8 km), High cross in St Paul's churchyard (3.7 km), Stone circle NW of Seascale How Farm (4.1 km).
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