Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul

Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul

England
List entry 1016790
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a medieval monument located in Nottinghamshire, England. The structure represents a market cross of the type commonly erected in English market towns and villages during the medieval period to serve as a focal point for commercial activity and community gatherings. Such crosses typically functioned as gathering places for traders and residents, often incorporating a raised platform or steps. The precise dating and original architectural details of this particular example would be established through the site's recorded historical and archaeological evidence.

Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016790. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul is a medieval monument located in Nottinghamshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016790.

Who is responsible for protecting Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul 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 1016790.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beacon Hill camp (0.6 km), Mattersey Priory Gilbertine monastery: monastic precinct. (3.4 km), Standing cross on Walkeringham village green (3.9 km).

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