Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarlinch Priory

Barlinch Priory

England
List entry 1006213
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barlinch Priory is a Premonstratensian establishment founded in the late twelfth century in the parish of Dulverton, Somerset. The priory was established as a dependent house, initially colonised from Torre Abbey in Devon, and served as a centre of religious life in the Exe valley until its dissolution in the sixteenth century. The surviving remains include fragments of stone buildings and earthwork features that indicate the scale and layout of the monastic precinct. The site retains archaeological significance as evidence of medieval religious settlement and the material culture of the Premonstratensian order in southwestern England.

Barlinch Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006213. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barlinch Priory?

Barlinch Priory is a Premonstratensian establishment founded in the late twelfth century in the parish of Dulverton, Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006213.

Who is responsible for protecting Barlinch Priory?

Barlinch Priory is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006213.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barlinch Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barle Bridge (2 km), Oldberry Castle (2.1 km), Bury Bridge (2.2 km).

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