Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHickling Priory

Hickling Priory

England
List entry 1020859
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hickling Priory is a ruined Augustinian priory situated in the parish of Hickling in Norfolk, dating from the twelfth century. The priory was established as a house of Augustinian canons and remained in operation until its dissolution during the reign of Henry VIII in the sixteenth century. The surviving remains include fragmentary stone walls and foundations that testify to the religious community's former presence on the site. The priory represents an important aspect of medieval Norfolk's ecclesiastical landscape, though substantial portions of the original structures have been lost to time and subsequent disturbance.

Hickling Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020859. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hickling Priory?

Hickling Priory is a ruined Augustinian priory situated in the parish of Hickling in Norfolk, dating from the twelfth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020859.

Who is responsible for protecting Hickling Priory?

Hickling 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 1020859.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hickling Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of Manorial Complex, Hall Farm, Waxham (2.6 km), Potter Heigham Bridge (6.3 km), St James's Hospital (9.6 km).

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