Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLangley Cross 360m north of Park Farm

Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm

England
List entry 1020060
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Langley Cross is a wayside cross located approximately 360 metres north of Park Farm in Norfolk, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents the type of roadside cross that served both practical and spiritual functions within the parish landscape, providing waymarking and a focus for devotion. The cross survives in fragmentary condition, testament to the erosion and damage such monuments have sustained over centuries of exposure to the elements and human activity. Its presence reflects the widespread distribution of such markers across the Norfolk countryside during the medieval period, contributing to understanding of medieval rural religious practice and infrastructure.

Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020060. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm?

Langley Cross is a wayside cross located approximately 360 metres north of Park Farm in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020060.

Who is responsible for protecting Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm?

Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm 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 1020060.

What other scheduled monuments are near Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Langley Abbey (2.7 km), Claxton Castle (3.4 km), Moated site, Hales Hall (5 km).

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