Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCampsey Priory (site of)

Campsey Priory (site of)

England
List entry 1005998
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Campsey Priory is a site of a medieval Augustinian priory located near Campsey Ash in Suffolk, England. Founded in the twelfth century, the priory was established for canons regular and operated throughout the medieval period until its dissolution during the Reformation in the sixteenth century. Little remains visible today, though archaeological investigation and historical records attest to the existence of monastic buildings and structures that once occupied the site. The priory's strategic position in Suffolk reflects the broader pattern of religious house distribution across East Anglia during the High and Late Medieval periods.

Campsey Priory (site of) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005998. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Campsey Priory (site of)?

Campsey Priory is a site of a medieval Augustinian priory located near Campsey Ash in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005998.

Who is responsible for protecting Campsey Priory (site of)?

Campsey Priory (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 1005998.

What other scheduled monuments are near Campsey Priory (site of)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cumberland's Mount medieval earthwork in Staverton Park (4.8 km), Prehistoric settlement and group of barrows (including site of ship burial) at Sutton Hoo (6.5 km), Lady Alice Kenlis (6.6 km).

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