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Westborough village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Westborough in Lincolnshire. The cross stands as a surviving example of the type of communal marker that served important functions within village settlements during the medieval period, typically associated with gathering places and administrative or commercial activity. The structure displays characteristics consistent with medieval craftsmanship, though the exact date of its construction remains within the broad medieval timeframe. As a listed monument, it represents a significant example of Lincolnshire's medieval heritage and contributes to understanding the layout and social organisation of the settlement.
Westborough village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009210. View the official record →
Westborough village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Westborough in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009210.
Westborough village 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 1009210.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, St Swithun's churchyard (1.1 km), Bennington Grange moated site (4.1 km), Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard (4.3 km).
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