Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStainton by Langworth village cross

Stainton by Langworth village cross

England
List entry 1010683
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stainton by Langworth village cross is a medieval cross monument located in the village of Stainton by Langworth in Lincolnshire. The cross dates to the medieval period and served as a focal point for the village community, typical of crosses that functioned as market centres, meeting places, and symbols of settlement identity. The monument survives as a testament to the medieval organisation of the settlement and the importance of such structures in medieval English village life. Its presence reflects the administrative and social significance of Stainton by Langworth during the medieval era.

Stainton by Langworth village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010683. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stainton by Langworth village cross?

Stainton by Langworth village cross is a medieval cross monument located in the village of Stainton by Langworth in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010683.

Who is responsible for protecting Stainton by Langworth village cross?

Stainton by Langworth 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 1010683.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stainton by Langworth village cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barlings Priory (5.1 km), Four bowl barrows 310m south east of Barlings Abbey: part of Barlings-Stainfield barrow cemetery. (5.5 km), Round barrows and ring ditches 530m south east of Barlings Abbey: part of Barlings-Stainfield barrow cemetery (5.7 km).

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