Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval cross at Barton

Medieval cross at Barton

England
List entry 1014766
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Medieval cross at Barton is a stone cross of medieval date located in the parish of Barton in Yorkshire. The monument survives as a substantial example of medieval cross architecture, likely serving functions connected to the religious or communal life of the settlement. Such crosses typically date from the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries and often marked significant locations within or near villages, serving as gathering places or markers of parish boundaries. The cross is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry 1014766, recognising its importance as a heritage asset of medieval period significance.

Medieval cross at Barton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014766. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval cross at Barton?

The Medieval cross at Barton is a stone cross of medieval date located in the parish of Barton in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014766.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross at Barton?

Medieval cross at Barton 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 1014766.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross at Barton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Uckerby medieval village and open field system (6.8 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 150m ENE of Olliver (7 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m (7.4 km).

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