Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church

Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1013746
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval cross located approximately 200 metres north west of St Mary's Church in Dorset is a stone monument of the type commonly erected during the medieval period in England. Such crosses typically served functional and symbolic purposes within their communities, marking boundaries, serving as meeting points, or acting as focal points for religious observation. The monument is recorded within the National Heritage List for England under entry 1013746, reflecting its recognised archaeological and historical significance. The specific dating, construction details, and original function of this particular cross would be established through detailed archaeological examination and local historical records.

Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013746. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church?

The medieval cross located approximately 200 metres north west of St Mary's Church in Dorset is a stone monument of the type commonly erected during the medieval period in England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013746.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church?

Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church 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 1013746.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross 200m north west of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Ibberton Hill 250m south of Baker's Folly (6.9 km), Bowl barrow 950m NNE Bulbarrow Farm (8.1 km), Bowl barrow 900m north west of Pond Down Buildings (8.2 km).

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