Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Margaret's Church and churchyard

St Margaret's Church and churchyard

England
List entry 1021265
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Margaret's Church and churchyard is a medieval parish church located in Yorkshire, England. The church dates primarily from the medieval period, with architectural features characteristic of its era of construction. The site retains its historic churchyard, which forms an integral part of the monument and represents centuries of burial practice and community use. As a listed ancient monument, the church and its associated burial ground preserve evidence of medieval religious life and parochial organisation in the region.

St Margaret's Church and churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021265. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Margaret's Church and churchyard?

St Margaret's Church and churchyard is a medieval parish church located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021265.

Who is responsible for protecting St Margaret's Church and churchyard?

St Margaret's Church and 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 1021265.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Margaret's Church and churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow south east of California Belt, 270m east of Fox Head (9.4 km), Square barrow at Mutton Gill, 670m north west of Wykeham Moor Cottages (9.5 km), Northern section of prehistoric linear boundary with intersecting hollow ways, known as Rise Dikes, in Wykeham Forest (9.8 km).

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