Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe

Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe

England
List entry 1007013
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe is a scheduled ancient monument located in Somerset. The site comprises the remains of a hermitage, a dwelling or retreat traditionally associated with a solitary religious occupant, positioned within a Quaker burial ground in proximity to the parish church of St Mary Redcliffe. The monument reflects the religious and monastic traditions of medieval England, when hermitages served as places of spiritual withdrawal and contemplation. The survival of both the hermitage remains and the adjacent Quaker burial ground demonstrates the palimpsest of religious use at this location across different periods and denominations.

Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007013. View the official record →

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What is Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe?

Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe is a scheduled ancient monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007013.

Who is responsible for protecting Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe?

Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe 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 1007013.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hermitage in Quaker burial ground near St Mary Redcliffe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Decoy Control Building (8.4 km), Standing stone called Hautville's Quoit (8.6 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary and St Peter's churchyard (8.7 km).

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