Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChapel of St Mary Magdalene

Chapel of St Mary Magdalene

England
List entry 1002338
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chapel of St Mary Magdalene is a medieval chapel located in Durham, England, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under NHLE list entry 1002338. The chapel dates to the medieval period and represents an important element of Durham's religious infrastructure during the Middle Ages. The structure demonstrates the architectural character typical of small medieval chapels serving the local community or a specific institutional purpose within the wider ecclesiastical landscape of medieval Durham.

Chapel of St Mary Magdalene is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002338. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chapel of St Mary Magdalene?

Chapel of St Mary Magdalene is a medieval chapel located in Durham, England, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under NHLE list entry 1002338. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002338.

Who is responsible for protecting Chapel of St Mary Magdalene?

Chapel of St Mary Magdalene 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 1002338.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chapel of St Mary Magdalene?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Elvet Bridge (0.9 km), Framwellgate Bridge (1.1 km), Maiden Castle promontory fort (1.2 km).

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