Egg Well

England
List entry 1006102
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Egg Well is a medieval well located in Staffordshire, England. The well is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1006102. Limited specific archaeological documentation exists regarding its precise date of construction or original function, though it represents the type of water management infrastructure common to medieval rural settlements. The monument survives as evidence of local medieval settlement patterns and water supply practices in the region.

Egg Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006102. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Egg Well?

Egg Well is a medieval well located in Staffordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006102.

Who is responsible for protecting Egg Well?

Egg Well 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 1006102.

What other scheduled monuments are near Egg Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Butter Cross, 650m west of Lowerhouse Farm (2.4 km), Milestone (2.7 km), The Butter Cross, 700m north east of Stile House Farm (2.9 km).

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