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Silk Willoughby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Silk Willoughby in Lincolnshire. The cross stands as a testament to the religious and social functions of such structures within English village communities, serving historically as a focal point for gatherings, markets, and processions. The monument dates from the medieval period, though its precise construction date remains uncertain without detailed archaeological investigation or documentary evidence specific to this site. The cross represents the type of permanent stone or timber structures that became increasingly common in English villages from the thirteenth century onwards, reflecting the established settlement patterns and Christian devotion characteristic of medieval Lincolnshire.
Silk Willoughby village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009234. View the official record →
Silk Willoughby village cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Silk Willoughby in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009234.
Silk Willoughby village cross 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 1009234.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site, Newton (7 km), Roman villa, Haceby (7.1 km), Bowl barrow 400m south east of Moat Farm (7.2 km).
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