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Rothbury Market Cross

Rothbury Market Cross

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Rothbury Market Cross

Name: Rothbury Market Cross
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Location: Rothbury, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. View of Simonside Hills – Rothbury Market Cross loop from Rothbury

7.43km

02:07

170m

180m

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2. Sharp's Folly – View of the Cheviots loop from Rothbury

10.8km

03:00

210m

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3. View Over Rothbury – View of Simonside Hills loop from Rothbury

10.1km

02:55

230m

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mkirby

May 9, 2024

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 for people attending the weekly market. Documented in 1827, the structure was unfortunately demolished due to safety concerns.

A new market cross was erected in 1902. This one, built from Cragside rock and featuring elaborate carvings, stands as a memorial to Lord and Lady Armstrong. The surrounding area has also undergone changes. Today, the Armstrong cross is situated in a peaceful location with a well-maintained lawn and railings, replacing the previous wartime and utilitarian versions.

JakobusPilger

August 27, 2025

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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Rothbury Market Cross

1. View of Simonside Hills – Rothbury Market Cross loop from Rothbury

2. Sharp's Folly – View of the Cheviots loop from Rothbury

3. View Over Rothbury – View of Simonside Hills loop from Rothbury

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