Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDovecot at Stockton Bury

Dovecot at Stockton Bury

England
List entry 1007317
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dovecot at Stockton Bury is a stone-built dovecote of medieval or early post-medieval date located in Herefordshire. The structure survives as a testament to the agricultural economy of its period, when such buildings served the practical purpose of housing pigeons for food and fertiliser production on substantial estates. The dovecote's physical form and construction details reflect the building traditions of its era, though the precise dating and constructional phases require examination of the masonry and any surviving internal features. As a scheduled monument, it remains an important survival documenting domestic husbandry practices and rural settlement patterns in the county.

Dovecot at Stockton Bury is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007317. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dovecot at Stockton Bury?

Dovecot at Stockton Bury is a stone-built dovecote of medieval or early post-medieval date located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007317.

Who is responsible for protecting Dovecot at Stockton Bury?

Dovecot at Stockton Bury 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 1007317.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dovecot at Stockton Bury?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leominster Priory (2.5 km), Forbury Chapel (2.7 km), Bach Camp (3 km).

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