Malmesbury Market Cross
Malmesbury Market Cross, 15th century market cross in Malmesbury, England.
The Malmesbury Market Cross features an octagonal structure with eight pillars, stone seating, and rises over 40 feet high at the north end of High Street.
Built around 1490 using limestone from Malmesbury Abbey, the cross served as a shelter for traders and received Grade I listed building status in 1949.
The market cross contains relief carvings of the Crucifixion and figures of saints that endured through the Reformation, displaying medieval religious artistry.
The structure continues to function as a shelter during markets and includes stone benches around its perimeter for public seating throughout the day.
A pinnacle damaged by a modern vehicle now resides in the Athelstan Museum, representing the ongoing balance between preservation and current urban use.
Location: Malmesbury
GPS coordinates: 51.58386,-2.09804
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:34
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