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Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield is a medieval market cross located in the town of Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. The monument dates from the medieval period and served as a focal point for commercial activity and civic gatherings within the town. As a surviving example of market cross architecture, it represents the urban development and trading practices of medieval England. The cross remains a significant historical landmark that demonstrates the importance of Kirkby in Ashfield as an established market centre during the medieval period.
Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012926. View the official record →
Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield is a medieval market cross located in the town of Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012926.
Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield 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 1012926.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fishponds 220m east of St Wilfrid's Church (0.5 km), Castle Hill fortified manor (0.5 km), Fishponds 170m south of Damstead Farm (3.4 km).
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