Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts)

Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts)

England
List entry 1005511
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dominican Priory (site of) is a scheduled ancient monument in Hertfordshire comprising the archaeological remains of a medieval Dominican friary. The priory dates from the medieval period and represents the material evidence of a religious community that followed the Dominican order. The site retains physical traces of the friary's former occupation, though the structures are no longer substantially standing, making it of significance for understanding medieval religious settlement and Dominican presence in the region. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological importance and its contribution to the heritage record of medieval Hertfordshire.

Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005511. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts)?

Dominican Priory (site of) is a scheduled ancient monument in Hertfordshire comprising the archaeological remains of a medieval Dominican friary. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005511.

Who is responsible for protecting Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts)?

Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts) 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 1005511.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dominican Priory (site of) (excluding inhabited parts)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Royal Palace (site of) (0.1 km), Little London moated site and surrounding earthwork enclosures, Kings Langley (1.6 km), One of two barrows on Chipperfield Common (2.3 km).

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