Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church

Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church

England
List entry 1019079
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a scheduled ancient monument located near St Mary the Virgin's Church in Yorkshire. The structure consists of the stone base of a medieval wayside or churchyard cross, a common feature of medieval English parishes that served both religious and social functions within their communities. Such crosses typically date from the medieval period, though precise dating for individual examples often remains uncertain without archaeological investigation. The base survives as a substantial stone foundation, representing an important element of the medieval landscape and parish infrastructure of Yorkshire.

Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019079. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church is a scheduled ancient monument located near St Mary the Virgin's Church in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019079.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin'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 1019079.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval cross base south west of St Mary the Virgin's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Robert's Cave medieval hermitage, 90m north of Plumpton Mill Farm (2.4 km), Knaresborough Castle (3.7 km), High Bridge (4.1 km).

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