Monument record 438/6 - Possible Market Cross
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Summary
A market was established in 1277 in Warrington so there may at one time have been a market cross. A marriage contract of 1563 mentions structures in Warrington 'commonly called the shopps under the cross'.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Market established in 1277(1) Poss medieval market cross.A marriage contract of 1563 mentions structures in Warrington 'commonly called the shopps under the cross'.Beamont interpolates after 'cross' - 'in the market place'(2).
<1> Grealey S, 1976, The Archaeology of Warrington's Past, /19 (Book). SCH3046.
<2> Chetham Society, Various, Transactions of the Chetham Society, 87/474 Beamont W 1873 (Journal/Periodical). SCH3291.
<3> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ68NW35/1960 (Index). SCH2487.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SCH3046 Book: Grealey S. 1976. The Archaeology of Warrington's Past. /19.
- <2> SCH3291 Journal/Periodical: Chetham Society. Various. Transactions of the Chetham Society. 87/474 Beamont W 1873.
- <3> SCH2487 Index: Ordnance Survey. 1870-1982. Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card. SJ68NW35/1960.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 6 8 (point) 4 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ68NW |
| Civil Parish | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 5 2024 3:10PM