Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVillage cross

Village cross

England
List entry 1005022
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Village cross is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire, England. Such crosses typically served as focal points for parish communities, functioning as gathering places for markets, proclamations, and social assemblies during the medieval period. The structure would have held religious and civic significance within the settlement's organisation. Details regarding the specific architectural form, construction date, and current condition of this particular example require consultation of the official heritage record associated with its NHLE designation.

Village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005022. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Village cross?

Village cross is a medieval monument situated in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005022.

Who is responsible for protecting Village cross?

Village cross 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 1005022.

What other scheduled monuments are near Village cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Car Dyke in Nocton Wood (3.2 km), Nocton Park Priory on Abbey Hill, 750m north east of Nocton Wood Houses (3.4 km), Car Dyke SE of Blankney Wood (4.8 km).

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