Monument record 1683/2/2 - Medieval Churchyard Cross
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Summary
Cross socket (possibly in new position)
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} Socket stone of medieval cross; octagonal upper bed. Now in church.
{2} In the church yard at Newton stands the socket of an ancient cross, to the SW of the S door.
{3} The socket stone at Newton has an octagonal upper bed, and an octagonal mortise. It appears to have been moved, as in its present position it does not stand square with the church.
{4} The cross base now stands inside the church. See photo.
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1950s/1960s, Ordnance Survey Record Cards, SP88SE16 (unchecked) (Index). SNN443.
<2> Bridges J., 1791, The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire, p.324 (unchecked) (Book). SNN77326.
<3> Markham C.A., 1895, Associated Architectural Societies Reports, p.183 (unchecked) (Series). SNN13056.
<4> Baird, J, 1969, Field Investigators Comments, F1 JB 24-JUL-1969 (Note). SNN111452.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN443 Index: Ordnance Survey. 1950s/1960s. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. Ordnance Survey. SP88SE16 (unchecked).
- <2> SNN77326 Book: Bridges J.. 1791. The History and Antiquities of Northamptonshire. 2. p.324 (unchecked).
- <3> SNN13056 Series: Markham C.A.. 1895. Associated Architectural Societies Reports. Associated Architectural Societies Reports. 23. p.183 (unchecked).
- <4> SNN111452 Note: Baird, J. 1969. Field Investigators Comments. F1 JB 24-JUL-1969.
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 4884 2833 (10m by 10m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NEWTON AND LITTLE OAKLEY, North Northamptonshire (formerly Kettering District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 346037
Record last edited
Oct 9 2023 10:01AM
