Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works

Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works

England
List entry 1018305
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

This wayside cross is a medieval monument situated on the western side of Norwich Road in Norfolk, positioned near the Water Works to its south-west. The cross dates to the medieval period and represents the class of roadside religious monuments that were common features of the medieval English landscape, serving functions both devotional and practical as waymarkers. Such crosses typically stood at significant points along routes and crossroads, marking boundaries or serving as focal points for travellers. The monument survives as a designated ancient monument reflecting the enduring religious and social importance of these structures within medieval communities.

Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018305. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works?

This wayside cross is a medieval monument situated on the western side of Norwich Road in Norfolk, positioned near the Water Works to its south-west. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018305.

Who is responsible for protecting Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works?

Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works 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 1018305.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wayside cross on west side of Norwich Road, immediately north east of the Water Works?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross 120m south west of Tollgate Farm (1 km), Market cross (1.1 km), Cross 300m north west of Tollbar Cottages (1.2 km).

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