Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMiddleham market cross

Middleham market cross

England
List entry 1010548
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Middleham market cross is a medieval market cross located in the market place at Middleham in North Yorkshire. The structure dates to the fifteenth century and stands as evidence of the town's commercial importance during the late medieval period. The cross comprises a stone shaft mounted on a stepped base, typical of market crosses erected to facilitate trade and serve as a focal point for the town centre. As a scheduled monument, it remains an important surviving example of urban medieval infrastructure in the North of England.

Middleham market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010548. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Middleham market cross?

Middleham market cross is a medieval market cross located in the market place at Middleham in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010548.

Who is responsible for protecting Middleham market cross?

Middleham market cross 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 1010548.

What other scheduled monuments are near Middleham market cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Swine Cross (0.2 km), Middleham Castle: twelfth century tower, keep, castle and fourteenth century concentric castle. (0.2 km), William's Hill (0.5 km).

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