Market Cross, Barnard Castle, Durham
The market cross or butter market was built at the expense of Thomas Breaks in 1747. As well as being used to hold markets it has also been the Town Hall, a court room, a lock-up and a fire station.
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The market cross or butter market was built at the expense of Thomas Breaks in 1747. As well as being used to hold markets it has also been the Town Hall, a court room, a lock-up and a fire station.
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