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Wayside cross known as Whibbersley Cross

England
List entry 1008611
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Whibbersley Cross is a wayside cross located in Derbyshire, England. The monument dates to the medieval period and survives as a stone cross of historical significance to the locality. The cross stands as evidence of the network of wayside crosses that marked routes and served devotional purposes throughout medieval England. Such crosses typically functioned as waymarkers, meeting points, and sites of religious observance in rural communities.

Wayside cross known as Whibbersley Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008611. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross known as Whibbersley Cross?

Whibbersley Cross is a wayside cross located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008611.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross known as Whibbersley Cross?

Wayside cross known as Whibbersley 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 1008611.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross known as Whibbersley Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairnfield and house platform 400m south west of Harewood Grange Farm (5.4 km), Cairnfield 700m north east of Raven Tor (5.4 km), Cairn 450m north east of Raven Tor (5.6 km).

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