Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross

Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross

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Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross

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Location: Stow-On-The-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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February 15, 2020

Hiking

The market cross stands in the heart of Stow on the Wold's market square. It was constructed in medieval times as a reminder to traders to deal honestly and fairly.

JakobusPilger

May 11, 2025

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In the case of a "market cross," as we encounter here again, 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 classic wayside crosses or field crosses—was only allowed to be erected if the corresponding locality also possessed so-called "market rights"—that is, if it had been granted them by the local ruler.

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Jim Martin

April 27, 2023

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Great start & finish point. Lots of places to have a coffee, a cup of tea or something stronger and plenty of choice if you want something to eat too. Not an expert but the shopping looks interesting as well. Worth a visit.

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