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Silk Willoughby village cross is a medieval market cross located in the village of Silk Willoughby in Lincolnshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and stands as evidence of the village's historical importance as a trading settlement. The cross comprises a stone shaft mounted on a stepped base, characteristic of medieval village crosses that served both ceremonial and commercial functions within their communities. Such structures typically marked the centre of village life and facilitated the conduct of local markets and gatherings.
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 market cross 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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