Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWyfordby Wayside Cross

Wyfordby Wayside Cross

England
List entry 1471118
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wyfordby Wayside Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Leicestershire. The monument represents a type of roadside cross common in England during the medieval period, typically serving as a waymarker or focal point for local communities. The cross survives as a testament to medieval religious and social practices, standing at what was likely an important junction or meeting point. Like many such crosses, it would have held significance both as a navigational landmark and as a symbol of Christian faith in the medieval landscape.

Wyfordby Wayside Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1471118. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wyfordby Wayside Cross?

Wyfordby Wayside Cross is a medieval stone cross located in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1471118.

Who is responsible for protecting Wyfordby Wayside Cross?

Wyfordby Wayside 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 1471118.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wyfordby Wayside Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site and fishpond at Wyfordby (0.1 km), Stapleford deserted medieval village and ice house (2.1 km), Cross 160m north east of St Mary Magdalen Church (2.1 km).

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