Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillmorton Village Cross

Hillmorton Village Cross

England
List entry 1005743
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hillmorton Village Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the parish of Hillmorton, Warwickshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and represents the type of community monument that typically served as a focal point for the village, functioning variously as a market cross, assembly point, or religious waymarker. The structure survives as a designated heritage monument, reflecting the continuity of settlement and community life at Hillmorton from the medieval period onwards. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains an important archaeological and historical record of medieval village organisation in the English Midlands.

Hillmorton Village Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005743. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillmorton Village Cross?

Hillmorton Village Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the parish of Hillmorton, Warwickshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005743.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillmorton Village Cross?

Hillmorton 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 1005743.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillmorton Village Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round mound at Hillmorton (0.5 km), Barby motte castle (3.1 km), The 'Island' tumulus (3.2 km).

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