Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall

Stockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall

England
List entry 1019916
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stockton market cross is a Grade I listed medieval monument situated in the market place at Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham. The structure dates from the medieval period and served as the focal point of the town's commercial and civic life, functioning as a market cross where proclamations were made and trading was regulated. The monument stands as a testament to Stockton's importance as a market settlement during the Middle Ages. The cross retains features characteristic of medieval market architecture, reflecting its enduring role in the town's historical landscape.

Stockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019916. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall?

Stockton market cross is a Grade I listed medieval monument situated in the market place at Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019916.

Who is responsible for protecting Stockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall?

Stockton market cross immediately south of Town 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 1019916.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stockton market cross immediately south of Town Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stockton & Darlington Railway: earthworks of the 1825 main line and associated features within Preston Park (3.4 km), Stainsby medieval village and open field system (3.8 km), Romano-British villa, with associated enclosures and other features, at Condercum Green, Ingleby Barwick (4 km).

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