Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard

Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard

England
List entry 1017532
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard, is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. The cross belongs to the category of parochial or churchyard crosses, structures which commonly served both religious and community functions in medieval settlements. The exact dating of the monument has been established through the national heritage record, and it represents the type of stone cross that typically marked important ecclesiastical or ceremonial sites within parish boundaries. Such monuments are valuable evidence of medieval religious practice and the spatial organisation of parish communities in northern England.

Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017532. View the official record →

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What is Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard?

Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard, is a medieval monument located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017532.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard?

Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old 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 1017532.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross 30m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross base 25m south of the tower of the parochial chapel, in the old churchyard (0 km), Maghull Manor moated site (2.9 km), Cunscough Hall moated site, Melling (3.3 km).

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