Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNetherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk
Cross, hamilton old parish kirk

Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk

Scotland
HES SM1143
Site type
Cross, hamilton old parish kirk
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Netherton Cross is a medieval stone cross located in the parish of Hamilton in Lanarkshire, Scotland. The monument stands as evidence of the religious and communal significance of the Hamilton Old Parish Kirk locality during the medieval period. The cross represents the type of parish monument that served both spiritual and social functions in Scottish ecclesiastical communities, marking sacred or significant gathering spaces within the settlement. Its survival to the present day makes it an important physical witness to the medieval landscape and religious organisation of the region.

Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1143. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk?

Netherton Cross is a medieval stone cross located in the parish of Hamilton in Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1143.

Who is responsible for protecting Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk?

Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM1143.

What other scheduled monuments are near Netherton Cross, cross, Hamilton Old Parish Kirk?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hamilton Low Parks, motte (1.1 km), Fairhill, cairn 20m N of 96 Millgate Road (2 km), Cadzow Castle (2.1 km).

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