Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrowne's Gate

Browne's Gate

England
List entry 1006198
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Browne's Gate is a late medieval gatehouse located in Somerset, England. The structure dates to the fifteenth century and represents a significant example of domestic fortified architecture from the period. The gatehouse features characteristic medieval building techniques and materials consistent with the regional architectural traditions of late medieval Somerset. As a listed monument, it remains an important record of the defensive and domestic arrangements of the late medieval gentry class in the county.

Browne's Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006198. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Browne's Gate?

Browne's Gate is a late medieval gatehouse located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006198.

Who is responsible for protecting Browne's Gate?

Browne's Gate 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 1006198.

What other scheduled monuments are near Browne's Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval standing cross 80m south of St Mary's Church (4.4 km), Fenny Castle Cross: a medieval wayside cross 20m north west of Castle Farm, Castle (4.5 km), Fenny Castle: a motte and bailey castle (4.8 km).

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