Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHexham Manor Office (or gaol)

Hexham Manor Office (or gaol)

England
List entry 1006512
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hexham Manor Office is a Georgian building of the mid-eighteenth century located in Hexham, Northumberland, and serves as a notable example of civic architecture from that period. The structure functioned as both a manorial administrative centre and a place of detention, reflecting the dual role of local governance and justice administration in the Georgian era. The building exhibits characteristic features of its time in its masonry construction and fenestration, contributing to the architectural character of Hexham's historic townscape. As a listed monument, it represents the institutional infrastructure through which manorial authority was exercised in the locality during the eighteenth century.

Hexham Manor Office (or gaol) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006512. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hexham Manor Office (or gaol)?

Hexham Manor Office is a Georgian building of the mid-eighteenth century located in Hexham, Northumberland, and serves as a notable example of civic architecture from that period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006512.

Who is responsible for protecting Hexham Manor Office (or gaol)?

Hexham Manor Office (or gaol) 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 1006512.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hexham Manor Office (or gaol)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of medieval priory and Anglo-Saxon monastery under and around Hexham Abbey and its precincts (0.2 km), Hexham Bridge (0.7 km), Linnels (or Linnolds) Bridge (3 km).

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