Scheduled MonumentsEnglandVillage cross, Towngate

Village cross, Towngate

England
List entry 1009219
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Village cross, Towngate is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and represents a common feature of English village centres, serving civic, commercial, and social functions within the community. Village crosses of this type typically marked the focal point of a settlement and facilitated gatherings, markets, and the dissemination of public information. The cross at Towngate survives as evidence of medieval village planning and social organisation in the county.

Village cross, Towngate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009219. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Village cross, Towngate?

Village cross, Towngate is a medieval stone cross located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009219.

Who is responsible for protecting Village cross, Towngate?

Village cross, Towngate 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 1009219.

What other scheduled monuments are near Village cross, Towngate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of the Car Dyke canal, fishponds and barrows 250m north west of the Old Rectory (5.2 km), Market cross (5.5 km), Site of Torpel's Manor (5.7 km).

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