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Village cross is a medieval stone cross located in Somerset, England. The monument dates from the medieval period and represents the type of communal structure typical of village centres during this era. Such crosses functioned as focal points for parish life, serving purposes including market gatherings, proclamations, and religious observance. The physical form and condition of this particular example reflect its long history as a significant landmark within its community.
Village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018634. View the official record →
Village cross is a medieval stone cross located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018634.
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 1018634.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Haselbury Bridge (4.2 km), Medieval settlement 300m east of Knight House Farm (4.9 km), Moated site, two fishponds and associated earthworks at Knight House Farm (5 km).
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