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Village cross is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents a type of communal monument that typically served administrative, commercial, and social functions within village communities. Village crosses of this period were commonly used as gathering points for markets, proclamations, and public assemblies. The cross would have been a focal point of village life, marking the centre of the settlement and reflecting the importance of the site within the local medieval economy and governance.
Village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005022. View the official record →
Village cross is a medieval monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005022.
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.
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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