Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church

Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church

England
List entry 1020613
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church is a medieval stone cross located in Dorset, England. The monument represents a category of roadside crosses that were common features of the medieval landscape, serving both practical and spiritual functions for travellers and local communities. Its proximity to the parish church suggests a deliberate positioning within the ecclesiastical and social geography of the settlement. The cross dates to the medieval period, though the specific century of its erection is not definitively established in the available scholarly record.

Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020613. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church?

Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church is a medieval stone cross located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020613.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church?

Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael'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 1020613.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross 70m north of St Michael's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Group of round barrows on King Down (7.9 km), Section of Roman road near Badbury Rings (8.5 km), Group of round barrows NW of Badbury Rings (8.5 km).

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