Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard

Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard

England
List entry 1014805
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England
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Overview

History & significance

St Oswald's churchyard standing cross is a medieval monument located in Cumberland, England. The cross survives as a substantial stone structure typical of ecclesiastical sites in northern England, serving as a focus for devotion and community gathering within the churchyard. Such crosses, commonly erected during the medieval period, functioned as markers of sacred space and gathering points for parochial activity. The monument represents the religious and social significance of St Oswald's Church within its local landscape during the medieval centuries.

Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014805. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard?

St Oswald's churchyard standing cross is a medieval monument located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014805.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard?

Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard 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 1014805.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval standing cross in St Oswald's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Calva Hall Bridge (1.6 km), Little Clifton open heap coke producing bases and associated slag heap, 220m north of Oldfield Bridge (2.8 km), Large irregular stone circle and a round cairn on Dean Moor (4.3 km).

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