Market Cross, Grade I listed market cross in Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds, England
The Market Cross is a neoclassical building with rounded openings, Venetian windows, and Ionic columns on all four sides that face the Cornhill square. Built in 1780, it stands as a solid stone structure with a covered central space designed for trading and gathering.
This building rose in 1780 based on designs by the renowned architect Robert Adam. It replaced earlier wooden structures that had served grain sellers since 1584.
For centuries, this was where farmers and traders gathered to buy and sell grain and goods in the heart of town. The building shaped how people conducted business and met in the community over generations.
The building sits in the center of Cornhill and is easy to reach on foot. Today it hosts art shows, markets, and events, making it worth visiting especially when activities are taking place inside or around it.
The upper level features decorative elements in Etruscan style, including ornamental swags and round medallions carved into the stonework. These refined details reveal the craftsmanship that went into the design.
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