Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLambourn Cross

Lambourn Cross

England
List entry 1006994
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lambourn Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the village of Lambourn in Berkshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and served as a marker point within the settlement, typical of crosses erected at important locations such as market places or road junctions during the Middle Ages. The cross stands as evidence of Lambourn's historical significance as a populated centre during the medieval era. As a listed monument, it remains an important archaeological record of medieval village infrastructure and community organisation in Berkshire.

Lambourn Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006994. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lambourn Cross?

Lambourn Cross is a medieval wayside cross located in the village of Lambourn in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006994.

Who is responsible for protecting Lambourn Cross?

Lambourn 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 1006994.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lambourn Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bockhampton deserted medieval village (0.9 km), Boundary ditch E of Near Down (2.7 km), Ditch on Boydon Hole Farm (3.3 km).

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