Black plaque № 56680

Burton-in-Kendal, Westmorland, was made a market town by a charter from King Charles II in 1661. This 18th century market cross was built by public subscription. The East side of the square was conveyed to the Parish Council in 1935. This plaque was placed as part of the village Millennium celebrations. Burton-in-Kendal Parish Council Cumbria, 2000.