Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm

Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm

England
List entry 1006909
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm is a medieval charitable institution located in Cambridgeshire. The hospital is documented as having been established during the medieval period to provide care and shelter for the sick and poor, reflecting the religious and social obligations of the era. The site is designated as an ancient monument in recognition of its historical significance as an example of institutional provision in medieval England. Its remains and associated archaeological deposits constitute important evidence for understanding medieval healthcare and monastic charitable work in the region.

Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006909. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm?

Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm is a medieval charitable institution located in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006909.

Who is responsible for protecting Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm?

Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm 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 1006909.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hospital of St John the Baptist and St Mary Magdalene, St John's Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ely Cathedral: claustral buildings (0.6 km), 'Cherry Hill', castle mound (0.7 km), Roman site near Old Fordey Farm, Barway (5.1 km).

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