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Byfield market cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Byfield, Northamptonshire. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as a focal point for commercial and social activity within the village community. The cross exhibits the typical architectural form of market crosses from this era, functioning as both a practical marketplace structure and a symbol of the settlement's trading rights and status. It remains a significant example of medieval village infrastructure in the county.
Byfield market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018272. View the official record →
Byfield market cross is a medieval monument located in the village of Byfield, Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018272.
Byfield 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 1018272.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Charwelton Bridge (3.3 km), Market cross 45m north of church (4.9 km), Roman villa (5.1 km).
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