Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket cross

Market cross

England
List entry 1012877
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Market Cross in Derbyshire is a medieval stone structure that served as the focal point of commercial and civic life in its town. Dating from the medieval period, the monument reflects the importance of organised markets in medieval English settlements, with the cross functioning as a gathering place for trade and community activities. The structure displays characteristic features of market crosses from this era, comprising a stone base and shaft that would have been visible to traders and townsfolk conducting business in the surrounding market area. As a designated heritage monument, it remains an important physical reminder of medieval mercantile practice and urban organisation in Derbyshire.

Market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012877. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market cross?

Market Cross in Derbyshire is a medieval stone structure that served as the focal point of commercial and civic life in its town. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012877.

Who is responsible for protecting Market cross?

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 1012877.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Withery Low (6.1 km), One of two bowl barrows on Bole Hill (7.1 km), One of two bowl barrows on Bole Hill (7.1 km).

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