Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEvesham Abbey (remains of)

Evesham Abbey (remains of)

England
List entry 1005297
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Evesham Abbey is a Benedictine monastery founded in the tenth century, traditionally dated to 985, making it one of the significant religious houses of medieval Worcestershire. The abbey achieved considerable wealth and influence during the Middle Ages, holding substantial lands and playing an important role in the ecclesiastical life of the region. Following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the sixteenth century, the abbey was dismantled, and today only fragmentary remains survive, including portions of the bell tower and other structural elements that testify to its former scale and importance. The surviving ruins and archaeological deposits at the site continue to provide evidence of the abbey's medieval layout and construction.

Evesham Abbey (remains of) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005297. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Evesham Abbey (remains of)?

Evesham Abbey is a Benedictine monastery founded in the tenth century, traditionally dated to 985, making it one of the significant religious houses of medieval Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005297.

Who is responsible for protecting Evesham Abbey (remains of)?

Evesham Abbey (remains of) 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 1005297.

What other scheduled monuments are near Evesham Abbey (remains of)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West porch of Bengeworth Old Church (0.6 km), Romano-British settlement remains 300m and 750m north east of Narrow Meadow Farm (2.2 km), Ditched enclosures 1/4 mile (400m) N of Chapel Farm (4.9 km).

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