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Gunstone leper well is a medieval well structure located in Staffordshire, England, associated with the treatment and isolation of leprosy patients during the medieval period. The site represents evidence of medieval healthcare provision and the social segregation practices applied to those afflicted with leprosy, a disease that prompted the establishment of dedicated wells and settlements away from populated centres. The well's construction and use reflect the medieval understanding of disease management and the charitable, if segregatory, institutional responses to leprosy in England. The monument survives as a tangible reminder of medieval medical and social history, contributing to the archaeological record of medieval religious and healthcare infrastructure in the county.
Gunstone leper well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006058. View the official record →
Gunstone leper well is a medieval well structure located in Staffordshire, England, associated with the treatment and isolation of leprosy patients during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006058.
Gunstone leper well 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 1006058.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Wood Hall Farm (2.2 km), Boscobel House (4.7 km), White Ladies (St Leonard's) Priory (5.2 km).
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