Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarket Cross, Clapham

Market Cross, Clapham

England
List entry 1010549
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Market Cross, Clapham is a medieval cross located in the village of Clapham in North Yorkshire. The structure dates from the fourteenth century and stands as evidence of Clapham's historical importance as a market centre during the medieval period. The cross comprises a stone shaft mounted on a stepped base, typical of market crosses erected in market towns and villages throughout northern England. It remains a significant landmark within the village and represents an important survival of medieval market infrastructure.

Market Cross, Clapham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010549. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Market Cross, Clapham?

Market Cross, Clapham is a medieval cross located in the village of Clapham in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010549.

Who is responsible for protecting Market Cross, Clapham?

Market Cross, Clapham 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 1010549.

What other scheduled monuments are near Market Cross, Clapham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Native settlement (1.4 km), Dudderhouse Hill Neolithic long cairn, 213m SSE of Long Scar (3.4 km), Yarlsber camp (4.9 km).

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