Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLangley Cross 360m north of Park Farm

Langley Cross 360m north of Park Farm

England
List entry 1020060
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Langley Cross is a wayside cross located approximately 360 metres north of Park Farm in Norfolk. The monument is a medieval wayside cross, a common feature of the English landscape from the medieval period onwards, which served both practical and spiritual functions for travellers and local communities. The cross survives as a standing stone structure characteristic of Norfolk's medieval heritage. As a listed ancient monument, it represents the material culture of medieval religious and social practice in rural Norfolk.

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. 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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