Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBeaulieu Abbey

Beaulieu Abbey

England
List entry 1003450
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Beaulieu Abbey is a Cistercian monastery founded in 1204 by King John in the New Forest, Hampshire. The abbey was established as a daughter house of Cîteaux and became one of the wealthiest and most influential Cistercian communities in medieval England, with extensive landholdings across the south. The substantial ruins that survive include the refectory, parts of the cloister ranges, and the gatehouse, which demonstrate the scale and architectural quality of the establishment. The site was dissolved in 1538 during the English Reformation, after which the buildings were adapted for domestic use, contributing to their partial survival.

Beaulieu Abbey is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003450. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beaulieu Abbey?

Beaulieu Abbey is a Cistercian monastery founded in 1204 by King John in the New Forest, Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003450.

Who is responsible for protecting Beaulieu Abbey?

Beaulieu Abbey 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 1003450.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beaulieu Abbey?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Peaked Hill, 620m west of East Boldre Vicarage (4.1 km), Bowl barrow and length of field boundary on Peaked Hill, 440m south-west of East Boldre Vicarage (4.1 km), Bowl barrow on Peaked Hill, 550m west of East Boldre Vicarage (4.2 km).

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