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Somerton Market Cross is a medieval market cross located in the market town of Somerton in Somerset. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and stands as a testament to the commercial importance of Somerton during the late medieval period. The cross features a stepped base supporting a shaft topped with a cross, a typical design for market crosses of this era which served as focal points for trade and community gatherings. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains one of the principal architectural features of Somerton's historic townscape.
Somerton Market Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016740. View the official record →
Somerton Market Cross is a medieval market cross located in the market town of Somerton in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016740.
Somerton 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 1016740.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Melbury Roman villa (1.5 km), Duck decoy 700m WNW of Rookery Farm (2.8 km), Bineham City deserted village (3.8 km).
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