Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGreat house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church

Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church

England
List entry 1018945
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church is a substantial residential structure of medieval origin located in Durham. The building dates from the later medieval period and represents an important example of domestic architecture from this era. Its proximity to the parish church of St Mary Magdalene indicates its position within the historic urban fabric of Durham. The structure survives as evidence of medieval urbanism and the housing of prominent residents within the cathedral city.

Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018945. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church?

Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church is a substantial residential structure of medieval origin located in Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018945.

Who is responsible for protecting Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church?

Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church 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 1018945.

What other scheduled monuments are near Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fishponds 70m north of St Mary Magdalene's Church (0.1 km), Low Throston deserted medieval village (2.8 km), Sheraton medieval settlement and open field system (2.8 km).

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