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Newbigging market cross is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lanarkshire, Scotland. The structure represents a typical example of a Scottish market cross, which served as a focal point for commercial and administrative activity in medieval and early modern settlements. Market crosses of this type functioned as gathering places for trade, public proclamations, and community gatherings, reflecting the importance of the settlement's commercial role. The monument has been designated for protection by Historic Environment Scotland under the reference SM2307, recognising its archaeological and historical significance to the local area.
Newbigging market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2307. View the official record →
Newbigging market cross is a scheduled ancient monument located in Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2307.
Newbigging market cross is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM2307.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gillespie Moat,motte,Parkmanse Garden (8.5 km), Prehistoric settlement and enclosure, 65m ENE of 21 Colliehill Road, Biggar (8.8 km), Boghall Castle,Biggar (9.3 km).
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