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West Hauxwell churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross shaft located in the churchyard of the parish church in West Hauxwell, North Yorkshire. The monument dates to the medieval period, though its precise construction date remains uncertain. The cross shaft survives as a substantial stone structure, characteristic of the churchyard crosses that were common features of English parishes from the medieval era onwards. Such crosses typically served ceremonial and devotional functions within the church community and may have been used as gathering points for parochial assemblies or religious processions.
West Hauxwell churchyard cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010551. View the official record →
West Hauxwell churchyard cross is a medieval stone cross shaft located in the churchyard of the parish church in West Hauxwell, North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010551.
West Hauxwell churchyard 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 1010551.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval village of Hunton and field system (2.6 km), Medieval settlement and field system at Walburn Hall (5.4 km), Ulshaw Bridge (6.2 km).
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