Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street

Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street

England
List entry 1019033
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street is a medieval market cross located in Frome, Somerset. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and served as the focal point of commercial and civic activity in the town centre. The cross stands at a prominent three-way junction, reflecting its historic importance as a gathering place for trade and public assembly. It remains a significant example of the architectural and urban planning conventions typical of late medieval market towns in southwest England.

Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019033. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street?

Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street is a medieval market cross located in Frome, Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019033.

Who is responsible for protecting Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street?

Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street 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 1019033.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market cross at the junction of Bath Street, Union Street and Church Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement on Stoke Moor (4.2 km), Duck decoy east of Barrow Wood Lane (5.1 km), Village cross (5.8 km).

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