Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket cross at Highburton

Market cross at Highburton

England
List entry 1011850
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Market Cross at Highburton is a medieval monument located in the village of Highburton in West Yorkshire. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as the focal point for commercial and social activity within the settlement, functioning as a place where markets were held and community gatherings took place. The cross represents an important element of the village's urban planning and economic history, marking the centre of the historic settlement. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains a significant surviving example of medieval market infrastructure in the Yorkshire region.

Market cross at Highburton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011850. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market cross at Highburton?

Market Cross at Highburton is a medieval monument located in the village of Highburton in West Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011850.

Who is responsible for protecting Market cross at Highburton?

Market cross at Highburton 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 1011850.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market cross at Highburton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill: slight univallate hillfort, small multivallate hillfort, motte and bailey castle and deserted village (3.9 km), Netherhall barn (4.9 km), Cairnfield in Hagg Wood, Honley, 375m south east of Upper Hagg (5.2 km).

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