Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVillage cross, 90m north east of St James's Church

Village cross, 90m north east of St James's Church

England
List entry 1018104
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Village cross is a medieval monument located approximately 90 metres north-east of St James's Church in Norfolk. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as a communal gathering point and market centre for the village community. Such crosses were typical features of English village life from the thirteenth century onwards, functioning as focal points for trade, proclamations, and social interaction. The monument remains an important physical testament to the organisation and daily life of medieval rural settlement in Norfolk.

Village cross, 90m north east of St James's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Village cross, 90m north east of St James's Church?

Village cross is a medieval monument located approximately 90 metres north-east of St James's Church in Norfolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018104.

Who is responsible for protecting Village cross, 90m north east of St James's Church?

Village cross, 90m north east of St James's 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 1018104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Village cross, 90m north east of St James's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of shrunken village E of Hockwold Hall (0.7 km), Earthworks in Little Ouse Valley (1.3 km), Leylands Farm Romano-British site, Hockwold (2.4 km).

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