Market Cross, Stamford bronze plaque

This bronze commemorative plaque records: Here formerly stood the market cross to which some prisoners were brought from gaol on market days and whipped round it. It is mentioned in 1550 and was taken down in 1696

The Market Cross in Stamford served as a focal point for public gatherings and punishments, such as whipping prisoners, reflecting its role in medieval urban governance and justice administration until its removal in 1696.