Eastern aqueduct and the water catchment area of a western aqueduct, at Netley Abbey

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History & significance

Eastern aqueduct at Netley Abbey is a water management structure serving the Cistercian monastery established in Hampshire in the mid-twelfth century. The aqueduct formed part of the abbey's sophisticated hydraulic infrastructure, designed to supply fresh water to the monastic community and support the functioning of the claustral buildings. A complementary western aqueduct with its associated catchment area demonstrates the extensive engineering undertaken by the abbey's monks to harness and distribute water across the site. These systems reflect the high standards of water provision characteristic of major Cistercian houses, where hydraulic engineering was integral to monastic daily life and economic activity.

Eastern aqueduct and the water catchment area of a western aqueduct, at Netley Abbey is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008704. View the official record →

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