Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel

Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel

England
List entry 1015598
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel is a medieval cross monument located in Lancashire, England. The cross survives as a standing stone with a carved shaft, typical of monuments erected during the medieval period in northern England, and represents an important element of the local religious and community landscape. Such crosses frequently marked significant locations within parishes, serving functions related to worship, assembly, or processional routes. The monument is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England, reflecting its recognised historical and archaeological importance to the region.

Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015598. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel?

Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel is a medieval cross monument located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015598.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel?

Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel 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 1015598.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross 100m north of Liverpool Lodge, Little Crosby (0.4 km), Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street (1.2 km), Broom's Cross wayside cross, 150m north east of Orchard House (1.5 km).

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