Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrixworth market cross

Brixworth market cross

England
List entry 1018860
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brixworth market cross is a medieval market cross located in the village of Brixworth in Northamptonshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and served as the focal point for commercial activity and community gatherings in the village. The cross features a stone base and shaft typical of market crosses constructed during the Middle Ages, functioning both as a practical structure for trading and as a symbol of the settlement's commercial rights and status. It remains an important example of village infrastructure from medieval England and reflects the economic organisation of the rural community that built and maintained it.

Brixworth market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018860. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brixworth market cross?

Brixworth market cross is a medieval market cross located in the village of Brixworth in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018860.

Who is responsible for protecting Brixworth market cross?

Brixworth market 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 1018860.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brixworth market cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Great house and gardens at Hanging Houghton (2.6 km), Longmans Hill long barrow (3.4 km), Boughton bowl barrow (5.2 km).

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