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North East England

Rothbury Market Cross

North East England

Rothbury Market Cross

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Rothbury Market Cross

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Location: Rothbury, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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May 9, 2024

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The Rothbury market cross has a two-part history. The original market cross, constructed in 1722, was a square building with a roof and open sides. It served as a shelter …

August 27, 2025

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In the case of a "market cross," such as the one we encounter again in Rothbury, one would have to ask the fundamental question of whether it is actually primarily a small sacred monument—as its cross shape suggests—or whether it is more of a secular object. In times long past, such a cross—unlike the classic wayside crosses or field crosses—was only permitted to be erected if the corresponding village also possessed the so-called "market rights"—that is, if it had been granted them by the local ruler.

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Elevation 140 m

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Location: Rothbury, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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