Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHatfield Broad Oak Priory

Hatfield Broad Oak Priory

England
List entry 1002148
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hatfield Broad Oak Priory is a Benedictine monastic foundation established in Essex during the eleventh century, originating as a cell dependent on the abbey of Saint-Denis in France before becoming independent. The priory occupied a significant position within the medieval ecclesiastical landscape of Essex and survived until the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the sixteenth century. The surviving remains include parts of the priory church and associated monastic structures, which are testament to the scale and importance of the establishment during the medieval period. The site remains an important archaeological monument illustrating the character of medieval monastic life and the architectural traditions of the period in Essex.

Hatfield Broad Oak Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002148. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hatfield Broad Oak Priory?

Hatfield Broad Oak Priory is a Benedictine monastic foundation established in Essex during the eleventh century, originating as a cell dependent on the abbey of Saint-Denis in France before becoming independent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002148.

Who is responsible for protecting Hatfield Broad Oak Priory?

Hatfield Broad Oak 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 1002148.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hatfield Broad Oak Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Pierce Williams (1.4 km), The Ryes moated site (1.9 km), Lea Hall moated site (2.4 km).

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