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The standing cross 30 metres south of the Church of St Paul is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely erected between the twelfth and sixteenth centuries. The cross stands as a wayside marker typical of those found in English parishes, though detailed records of its original form and purpose remain limited. Its survival to the present day testifies to the durability of stone construction and the continuity of settlement patterns in this Dorset location. The monument represents a category of parish fixtures that would have served both practical and devotional functions within the medieval landscape.
Medieval standing cross 30m south of the Church of St Paul is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013676. View the official record →
The standing cross 30 metres south of the Church of St Paul is a medieval monument of uncertain date, likely erected between the twelfth and sixteenth centuries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013676.
Medieval standing cross 30m south of the Church of St Paul 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 1013676.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross dyke and bowl barrow on Bell Hill 690m north east of Baker's Folly (6.9 km), Bowl barrow on Ibberton Hill 250m south of Baker's Folly (7.8 km), Rowbarrow, 500m north west of Hedge End Farm (7.9 km).
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