Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVillage cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church

Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church

England
List entry 1018105
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Village cross, located 70 metres north west of the Holy Cross Church in Norfolk, is a medieval monument of uncertain date that survives as a standing stone structure typical of parish crosses erected during the medieval period. The cross served a communal function within the village, likely used as a gathering point for markets, processions, and public announcements, reflecting the administrative and social role such monuments played in medieval settlements. Its exact period of construction cannot be definitively established from available records, though its form and position suggest construction sometime within the medieval era. The structure remains a significant indicator of the village's medieval organisation and settlement hierarchy.

Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018105. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church?

Village cross, located 70 metres north west of the Holy Cross Church in Norfolk, is a medieval monument of uncertain date that survives as a standing stone structure typical of parish crosses erected during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018105.

Who is responsible for protecting Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church?

Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross 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 1018105.

What other scheduled monuments are near Village cross, 70m north west of the Holy Cross Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem (4.6 km), Group of tumuli on Sparrow Hill (5.2 km), Bowl Barrow 377m north-east of Waterhouse Lodge (5.4 km).

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