Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCarlisle Cathedral precinct

Carlisle Cathedral precinct

England
List entry 1007074
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carlisle Cathedral precinct is a medieval ecclesiastical site in Cumbria that originated as a priory of the Augustinian order, founded in the early twelfth century. The precinct retains substantial remains of the cathedral church itself, rebuilt and modified from the medieval period onwards, along with fragmentary evidence of the associated monastic buildings and enclosures that once characterized the foundation. The cathedral itself contains romanesque and gothic architectural elements spanning several centuries of construction and alteration. The precinct remains one of the most significant religious monuments in the north of England and continues to function as the seat of the Bishop of Carlisle.

Carlisle Cathedral precinct is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007074. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carlisle Cathedral precinct?

Carlisle Cathedral precinct is a medieval ecclesiastical site in Cumbria that originated as a priory of the Augustinian order, founded in the early twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007074.

Who is responsible for protecting Carlisle Cathedral precinct?

Carlisle Cathedral precinct 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 1007074.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carlisle Cathedral precinct?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Area of Roman and medieval towns, bounded by Annetwell Street, Abbey Street, Castle Street and Paternoster Row (0.1 km), Roman and medieval town area bounded by Heads Lane West Wall and Blackfriars Street (0.2 km), Town wall, section on West Walls (0.2 km).

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