Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower

Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower

England
List entry 1015518
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower is a standing stone cross of medieval date located in Northumberland. The monument survives as a substantial upright shaft and is typical of wayside crosses that once marked routes, boundaries, or served devotional purposes in the medieval landscape. Such crosses were common features of English parishes during the medieval period and often stood at significant points along roads or at parish boundaries. The cross at Belsay represents an important survival of this class of medieval monument in the region.

Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015518. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower?

Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower is a standing stone cross of medieval date located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015518.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower?

Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower 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 1015518.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 680m north east of Bygate Farm (2 km), Standing stone on Bygate Hill, 660m north west of Bygate Farm (2.5 km), Middle Newham deserted village (3.1 km).

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