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Old Market Cross, Kirkby Lonsdale


The medieval market cross is located on the cobbled square of the Swine Market in Kirkby Lonsdale. The cross originally stood at junction of Main Street, Market Street and Mill Brow, and was moved here in 1822. The base, octagonal steps, and crowning ball was added in the 19th century. The old Market Cross is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.
Kirkby Lonsdale Historic Buildings and Monuments in Kirkby Lonsdale
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Kirkby Lonsdale Market Cross
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Swinegate, Kirkby Lonsdale
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The Old Weigh House and Market Cross, Swinemarket
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Former market cross, Swine Market, Kirkby Lonsdale
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MARKET CROSS - Kirkby Lonsdale - List Entry
- "Medieval and C19. Rounded shaft set in square base on three octagonal steps. Octagonal capital crowned in C19 with a ball finial. Originally stood at junction of Main Street, Market …
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List number: 1145765
List grade: 2
County: Cumbria
Grid ref: SD6117978779

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