Commemorative plaque 11551

This green commemorative plaque records: The Market Square. In 1334 King Edward III granted a Charter to Alexander de Wyndesore permitting a weekly market on Wednesdays and a fair on St. Peter's Day 29th June. Later Friday became Market day and the Petertide Fair was replaced by a Cattle Fair held on the 12th May and a 'back end fair' in the autumn. The cattle fairs ceased in 1929 but Spring and Autumn fun fairs can still be held. In 1931 the Dallam Tower and Levens Hall estates as joint Lords of the Manor granted 'controlling the conduct of the Square' to the Parish Council. Recorded plaque organisation: Parish of Milnthorpe.

The Market Square marks the site where, since 1334, regular markets and fairs have been held, showcasing its enduring role in local commerce and community life. In 1931, the transfer of control over the square to the Parish Council signified a shift from feudal to more democratic management of public spaces.