Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church

Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church

England
List entry 1008824
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a medieval stone cross of Early English or Decorated period date, located in Derbyshire. The monument consists of a cross head mounted upon a stone shaft, typical of the ecclesiastical crosses that served as focal points within churchyard precincts during the medieval period. Such crosses functioned as gathering places and markers of sacred space, and this example preserves evidence of medieval craftsmanship in its carved stonework. The cross remains in situ within the churchyard, retaining its original setting and continuing to serve as a significant record of medieval religious practice and stone sculpture in the region.

Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008824. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church is a medieval stone cross of Early English or Decorated period date, located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008824.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church 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 1008824.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site, ridge and furrow, and mill site at Sturston (6 km), Medieval settlement including part of open field system, 200m south of Bank Farm (6.5 km), Medieval settlement and open field system immediately north of Old Hall (6.7 km).

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