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Lew village cross is a medieval stone cross located in the village of Lew in Oxfordshire. The monument dates to the medieval period and stands as evidence of the religious and social infrastructure characteristic of parish communities during the Middle Ages. Village crosses of this type typically served as focal points for community gatherings and religious observance, often marking the centre of settlement. The cross remains an important example of local medieval heritage and contributes to the archaeological and historical character of the village.
Lew village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015177. View the official record →
Lew village cross is a medieval stone cross located in the village of Lew in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015177.
Lew 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 1015177.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rectangular enclosures 1100yds (1010m) NW of Mount Owen Farm (1.2 km), Iron Age settlement centring 500m SW of Black Bourton (5.5 km), Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm (6.1 km).
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