Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFlitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house

Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house

England
List entry 1020770
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Flitcham Priory is a medieval religious house in Norfolk that was established during the medieval period and later transformed into a secular residence. The site comprises the remains of the priory together with evidence of an associated medieval settlement, reflecting the transition from monastic to domestic occupation following the dissolution of the monasteries in the sixteenth century. A substantial great house was erected on or near the priory site during the sixteenth century, demonstrating the common practice of converting former ecclesiastical estates into aristocratic and gentry residences. The monument survives as earthworks and structural remains that document both the religious and domestic phases of occupation at this significant Norfolk location.

Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020770. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house?

Flitcham Priory is a medieval religious house in Norfolk that was established during the medieval period and later transformed into a secular residence. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020770.

Who is responsible for protecting Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house?

Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house 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 1020770.

What other scheduled monuments are near Flitcham Priory, medieval settlement and 16th century great house?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows on Stonepit Hills (4.2 km), Moated site at The Old Rectory (4.4 km), Roman villa adjoining Watery Lane (5.1 km).

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