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The market cross is a Medieval monument located approximately 130 metres south-east of Bedale Hall in North Yorkshire. The structure dates from the Medieval period and served as a focal point for the commercial and civic life of Bedale, functioning as the setting for the town's market transactions and gatherings. Market crosses of this type were characteristic features of English market towns, providing a centralised location where merchants could conduct business and local authority could be exercised. The monument survives as a testament to Bedale's historical importance as a trading centre during the Medieval period.
Medieval market cross 130m south east of Bedale Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014765. View the official record →
The market cross is a Medieval monument located approximately 130 metres south-east of Bedale Hall in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014765.
Medieval market cross 130m south east of Bedale Hall 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 1014765.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three round barrows at Three Hills 500m north east of Camp House (8.4 km), Round barrow known as Binsoe Hill, south of Binsoe Hill Farm (8.5 km), Cross shaft in St Mary's churchyard (8.6 km).
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