Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHalesowen Abbey and associated water control features

Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features

England
List entry 1009770
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Halesowen Abbey is a Cistercian monastery founded in 1215 by the de Aldwyn family in the parish of Halesowen, Worcestershire. The abbey operated until its dissolution in 1538 and was one of the significant religious houses of the West Midlands, with lands and influence extending across the region. The surviving remains include foundations of the claustral buildings and the ground plan of the church, which can still be traced within the landscape. The site's water management infrastructure, including fishponds and watercourses associated with monastic agriculture and industrial operations, represents an important element of the abbey's medieval settlement pattern and demonstrates the Cistercian order's characteristic organisation of the countryside.

Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009770. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features?

Halesowen Abbey is a Cistercian monastery founded in 1215 by the de Aldwyn family in the parish of Halesowen, Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009770.

Who is responsible for protecting Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features?

Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features 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 1009770.

What other scheduled monuments are near Halesowen Abbey and associated water control features?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard (1.3 km), Moated site of Frankley Hall (3.1 km), Standing cross in St Leonards churchyard (3.3 km).

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