Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHemington Chapel

Hemington Chapel

England
List entry 1005087
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hemington Chapel is a medieval chapel located in Leicestershire, England. The structure dates from the thirteenth century and represents an example of rural ecclesiastical architecture from the High Medieval period. The chapel survives as a largely intact stone-built structure, demonstrating the characteristic features of its era including pointed arch windows typical of Early English Gothic design. As a parish chapel serving the local community, it reflects the pattern of religious provision across the English countryside during the later medieval centuries.

Hemington Chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005087. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hemington Chapel?

Hemington Chapel is a medieval chapel located in Leicestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005087.

Who is responsible for protecting Hemington Chapel?

Hemington Chapel 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 1005087.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hemington Chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure castle at Castle Donington (0.9 km), Roman villa and enclosures N of Ratcliffe Lane (2.9 km), Medieval settlement remains immediately east of The Wymeshead (3.6 km).

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