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Market Cross is a medieval stone cross situated in Yorkshire, England. The monument dates from the medieval period and served as a focal point for market activity and civic life within its settlement. Such crosses typically functioned as gathering places for trade, public announcements, and social assembly in medieval towns and villages. The structure represents an important example of medieval urban infrastructure and reflects the commercial and administrative organization of its community during the Middle Ages.
Market Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013710. View the official record →
Market Cross is a medieval stone cross situated in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013710.
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 1013710.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Five round barrows 750m south east of Newbald Lodge (9.3 km), Round barrow 40m north of Cow Wold Road (9.9 km), Square barrow on Westwood Common, 230m NNW of Blackmill (10.2 km).
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