Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation

Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation

England
List entry 1015262
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stump Cross is a wayside cross located in Mount Ephraim Plantation in Norfolk, England. The monument is a medieval cross of uncertain date, though such structures typically served as waymarkers, meeting places, or religious focal points in the medieval landscape. The cross survives in fragmentary form, with the shaft and base remaining, though the head is no longer intact. Its precise dating and original function remain subjects for further archaeological study, though its presence reflects the importance of such crosses in medieval Norfolk's network of roads and settlements.

Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015262. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation?

Stump Cross is a wayside cross located in Mount Ephraim Plantation in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015262.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation?

Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation 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 1015262.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross known as Stump Cross in Mount Ephraim Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pepper Hill bowl barrow, 400m north east of Mill Farm (3.5 km), Roman building E of Fengate Farm (3.5 km), Leylands Farm Romano-British site, Hockwold (4.4 km).

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