Market Cross
Everything your community needs
One place for local conversations, events, and connections
Local Discussions
Talk about what matters in your town. From planning applications to the best chippy — it's all here.
Events & What's On
Never miss a village fete, charity quiz, or council meeting again. All local events in one place.
Business Directory
Find and support local businesses, tradespeople, and services recommended by your neighbours.
Buy & Sell
Sell your unwanted items locally. No fees, no fuss — just neighbours helping neighbours.
Federation
Connected to the wider Fediverse via ActivityPub. Your community, your data, no algorithms.
Privacy First
No tracking, no ads, no selling your data. Built for communities, not shareholders.
How it works
Getting started takes less than a minute
Find Your Town
Browse our counties and towns to find your local community forum.
Join the Conversation
Create a free account and introduce yourself to your neighbours.
Get Involved
Post topics, reply to discussions, share events, and help build your community.
Ready to join your local community?
It's free, it's private, and it's built for people like you.
Create Your Free AccountWhat is a Market Cross?
For centuries, the market cross stood at the heart of every British town — a gathering place where people came to trade, share news, and make decisions together. It was the original social network, built on trust and community.
We're bringing that spirit online. Market Cross is a hyperlocal community platform that puts your town first. No algorithms deciding what you see, no corporate interests — just real conversations between real neighbours about the things that matter locally.
Powered by open-source technology and connected to the Fediverse, Market Cross is the modern village square for the digital age.