Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross

Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross

England
List entry 1008615
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Edale Cross is a wayside and boundary cross located in the Peak District parish of Edale, Derbyshire. The monument dates from the medieval period, serving the dual function of marking a significant routeway and indicating parochial or territorial boundaries in this moorland landscape. The cross stands as a testament to the importance of such markers in medieval communications and administrative divisions, though like many examples of its type, its precise construction date remains uncertain. The surviving structure represents an important element of Edale's medieval heritage and continues to mark the landscape much as it would have done for centuries.

Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008615. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross?

Edale Cross is a wayside and boundary cross located in the Peak District parish of Edale, Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008615.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross?

Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale 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 1008615.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside and boundary cross known as Edale Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cow Low bowl barrow (7.5 km), Oxlow Rake lead mines (7.7 km), Snelslow Plantation bowl barrow (7.9 km).

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