What is recorded here
The official Northern Ireland record identifies this as MARKET CROSS. Recorded period: C17TH; POST-MED. Recorded protection: Scheduled. The official map point was placed at the centre of the recorded archaeological site from the source map reference.
A market cross in Newtownards, County Down, built in the 17th century, post-medieval in date; its design reflects typical civic and religious symbolism of the period. It served as a focal point for trade and community gatherings, and is now a scheduled monument.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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