Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWoodeaton village cross

Woodeaton village cross

England
List entry 1015176
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Woodeaton village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Woodeaton, Oxfordshire. The cross stands as a substantial stone structure typical of village crosses erected during the medieval period, serving as a focal point for community gatherings and commerce. The monument retains its principal architectural features, including a stepped base and shaft, reflecting the design conventions of late medieval cross construction. As a scheduled ancient monument, Woodeaton village cross represents an important survival of rural ecclesiastical and social infrastructure from medieval England.

Woodeaton village cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015176. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Woodeaton village cross?

Woodeaton village cross is a medieval monument located in the parish of Woodeaton, Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015176.

Who is responsible for protecting Woodeaton village cross?

Woodeaton 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 1015176.

What other scheduled monuments are near Woodeaton village cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring ditches, barrows and associated enclosures, Port Meadow (5.2 km), Oxford city walls (5.8 km), Godstow Abbey: a Benedictine nunnery, associated earthworks, leats and bridge, immediately south of Godstow Bridge (5.9 km).

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