Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEvesham Abbey (remains of)

Evesham Abbey (remains of)

England
List entry 1005297
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Evesham Abbey is a Benedictine monastery founded in the tenth century in Worcestershire, becoming one of the most significant religious houses in medieval England. The abbey was established around 990 AD following the reported vision of Saint Ecgwin, and it grew to considerable wealth and influence through the Middle Ages, acquiring extensive lands and patronage. The surviving remains include fragmentary stone structures and earthworks from the medieval period, though the site was largely demolished following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1540. The abbey church and associated monastic buildings once dominated the town of Evesham, and archaeological evidence combined with documentary records testifies to its former importance as a centre of learning and religious observance.

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 in Worcestershire, becoming one of the most significant religious houses in medieval England. 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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