Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChapel of St James' Hospital

Chapel of St James' Hospital

England
List entry 1002261
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chapel of St James' Hospital is a medieval religious structure located in Sussex, England. The chapel dates from the medieval period and formed part of a hospital complex, reflecting the ecclesiastical provision of care during the Middle Ages. The surviving structure demonstrates the architectural character typical of medieval chapel construction, with evidence of its original function preserved in its physical fabric. As a listed monument, it represents an important example of medieval institutional religious architecture and the historical provision of hospitality and medical care in the region.

Chapel of St James' Hospital is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002261. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chapel of St James' Hospital?

Chapel of St James' Hospital is a medieval religious structure located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002261.

Who is responsible for protecting Chapel of St James' Hospital?

Chapel of St James' 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 1002261.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chapel of St James' Hospital?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross dyke on Telscombe Tye (6.8 km), Pedlersburgh: a bowl barrow on Telscombe Tye (7.3 km), Bowl barrow on Telscombe Tye, 650m south west of Pedlersburgh (7.9 km).

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