Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket cross 44m north of the Town Hall

Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall

England
List entry 1016321
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Market Cross 44m north of the Town Hall is a scheduled ancient monument located in Northamptonshire. The structure dates to the medieval period and represents a typical example of a market cross, a communal focal point for commerce and civic activity in English market towns. Market crosses of this type served both practical and symbolic functions, marking the centre of trading activity and often incorporating features for public proclamations and gatherings. The monument reflects the importance of organised markets to medieval and early modern urban life in the region.

Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016321. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall?

Market Cross 44m north of the Town Hall is a scheduled ancient monument located in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016321.

Who is responsible for protecting Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall?

Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall 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 1016321.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market cross 44m north of the Town Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin churchyard (0.1 km), 'Chichele College': the remains of the medieval college of Higham Ferrers (0.2 km), Saffron moat at Higham Ferrers (0.3 km).

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