Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street

Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street

England
List entry 1015911
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street is a medieval monument located in Lancashire. The cross represents a form of public monument characteristic of the medieval period, serving functions both religious and civic in nature. Such standing crosses were commonly erected in market places and at important junctions within settlements, marking focal points for community gathering and commerce. The precise dating and original form of this particular cross require reference to detailed archaeological records and conservation documentation held by the relevant heritage authorities.

Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015911. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street?

The standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street is a medieval monument located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015911.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street?

Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street 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 1015911.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross at the junction of Green Lane and Water Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Broom's Cross wayside cross, 150m north east of Orchard House (0.5 km), Standing cross at the Harkirke 8m north west of the chapel (1.2 km), Wayside cross 100m north of Liverpool Lodge, Little Crosby (1.6 km).

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