Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding cross on the west side of High Street

Standing cross on the west side of High Street

England
List entry 1012871
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing cross on the west side of High Street is a medieval wayside cross located in Nottinghamshire. The monument dates to the medieval period and represents a type of public cross commonly erected in market towns and along significant routes during the Middle Ages. These structures typically served functions related to commerce, justice, or religious observance within their communities. The cross survives as a testament to medieval urban infrastructure and the importance of such markers in the organisation of medieval town life.

Standing cross on the west side of High Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012871. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing cross on the west side of High Street?

Standing cross on the west side of High Street is a medieval wayside cross located in Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012871.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing cross on the west side of High Street?

Standing cross on the west side of High 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 1012871.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing cross on the west side of High Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Civil War defences 270m and 300m west of Vale Farm (8.2 km), Moat, two fishponds, fishstews and pond bay, west of Balderton Lane (8.2 km), Civil War town defences within the Friary Garden (8.8 km).

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