Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBurscough Augustinian Priory

Burscough Augustinian Priory

England
List entry 1021355
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Burscough Augustinian Priory is a medieval religious house founded in the twelfth century in Lancashire, established as a house of Augustinian canons. The priory occupied a significant position within the network of Augustinian communities in north-west England and would have played an important role in the spiritual and economic life of the surrounding region during the medieval period. Today the site comprises substantial remains that testify to its former importance, including fragments of the priory buildings that survive as archaeological evidence of its architectural character and extent.

Burscough Augustinian Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021355. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Burscough Augustinian Priory?

Burscough Augustinian Priory is a medieval religious house founded in the twelfth century in Lancashire, established as a house of Augustinian canons. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021355.

Who is responsible for protecting Burscough Augustinian Priory?

Burscough Augustinian 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 1021355.

What other scheduled monuments are near Burscough Augustinian Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Fort and sections of Roman Roads (1.7 km), Cross Hall moated site (1.8 km), Earthworks in Spa Roughs Wood (3.6 km).

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