Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSpilsby market cross

Spilsby market cross

England
List entry 1013534
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Spilsby market cross is a medieval market cross located in the market town of Spilsby in Lincolnshire. The structure dates from the fifteenth century and served as the focal point of commercial and civic activity in the town centre. The cross is constructed of stone and features a shaft rising from a stepped base, displaying typical characteristics of late medieval market crosses in England. It remains an important physical testament to Spilsby's historical development as a market settlement and represents the type of civic infrastructure that was central to medieval English town life.

Spilsby market cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013534. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Spilsby market cross?

Spilsby market cross is a medieval market cross located in the market town of Spilsby in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013534.

Who is responsible for protecting Spilsby market cross?

Spilsby 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 1013534.

What other scheduled monuments are near Spilsby market cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Eresby Hall: the remains of a post-medieval house and gardens overlying a medieval manor house (1.2 km), Old Spilsby: medieval settlement and cultivation remains south east of Partney Bridge (1.2 km), Churchyard cross, St Nicholas's churchyard (2.3 km).

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