Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFrithelstock Priory

Frithelstock Priory

England
List entry 1009304
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Frithelstock Priory is a medieval Benedictine priory located in Devon, founded in the eleventh century and dedicated to Saint Gregory. The priory was established as a daughter house and became a significant religious centre in North Devon, maintaining possession of lands and churches across the region throughout the medieval period. Substantial stone remains survive today, including parts of the priory church and associated conventual buildings, which reflect the architectural traditions of medieval monastic design. The site was dissolved during the English Reformation in the sixteenth century, after which the buildings were adapted for secular use, with some elements incorporated into the later residential structures that occupy the location.

Frithelstock Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009304. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Frithelstock Priory?

Frithelstock Priory is a medieval Benedictine priory located in Devon, founded in the eleventh century and dedicated to Saint Gregory. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009304.

Who is responsible for protecting Frithelstock Priory?

Frithelstock Priory 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 1009304.

What other scheduled monuments are near Frithelstock Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hembury Castle (4 km), Churchyard cross pedestal at Langtree, 11m south east of the church (4.2 km), Round barrow on south east of Darracott Moor (5.7 km).

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