Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBeckery Chapel and cemetery (site of)

Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of)

England
List entry 1006147
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Beckery Chapel and cemetery is a site of early medieval religious significance located in Somerset, England. The chapel, which dates to the early Christian period, represents one of the region's ancient ecclesiastical settlements, with archaeological evidence indicating occupation and burial activity from at least the early medieval period onwards. The site comprises the remains of a chapel structure together with an associated cemetery, reflecting the typical arrangement of early monastic or hermitic establishments. Beckery has yielded finds of medieval pottery and other artefacts indicating sustained religious use across the medieval centuries.

Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006147. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of)?

Beckery Chapel and cemetery is a site of early medieval religious significance located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006147.

Who is responsible for protecting Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of)?

Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of) 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 1006147.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beckery Chapel and cemetery (site of)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of medieval road, south of Pomparles Bridge, north of Street (0.8 km), Roman villa NW of Two Acre Plantation (3.7 km), The easternmost of three duck decoys on Walton Moor (5 km).

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