The Market Cross, Wymondham

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The Market Cross, Wymondham

Image: © Marathon Taken: 19 Aug 2015

Wymondham's first market cross was a shaft on steps type. By the late 16th century therewas a Market Hall which was burnt down in 1615. The present cross was built roughly on the same site in 1617-1618 at a cost of just over £25. The Tourist Information Centre is now housed on the first floor.

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Image Location

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Latitude
52.569987
Longitude
1.113288