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Bolton leprosy hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Northumberland. The hospital was established to provide care and segregation for individuals afflicted with leprosy, reflecting the Church's role in managing infectious disease during the medieval period. Though physical remains are limited, archaeological evidence and documentary records attest to its importance as a specialized medical institution serving a significant social function in the region. The site represents a valuable historical record of medieval approaches to healthcare and the architectural provision made for vulnerable populations during the medieval and early modern periods.
Bolton leprosy hospital is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008838. View the official record →
Bolton leprosy hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008838.
Bolton leprosy hospital 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 1008838.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Defended settlement, 800m NNW of Rough Castles (6.1 km), Medieval boundary stone, 1.1km south-east of Callaly Crag (6.4 km), Medieval boundary stone, 900m south-east of Callaly Crag (6.4 km).
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