Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHardham Priory

Hardham Priory

England
List entry 1015916
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hardham Priory is a ruined Augustinian house located near Pulborough in West Sussex, founded in the early twelfth century. The priory was established as a cell or dependent house, likely under the patronage of Norman lords, and functioned as a small religious community during the medieval period. Surviving remains include fragments of the priory church and associated monastic buildings, which demonstrate the architectural character of a modest religious foundation. The site was dissolved during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the sixteenth century, after which the buildings fell into decay, leaving the substantial ruins visible today.

Hardham Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015916. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hardham Priory?

Hardham Priory is a ruined Augustinian house located near Pulborough in West Sussex, founded in the early twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015916.

Who is responsible for protecting Hardham Priory?

Hardham 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 1015916.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hardham Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down (7.8 km), Cross dyke on Barpham Hill, 600m north west of Lower Barpham (8.2 km), Dalesdown Wood earthworks (8.2 km).

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