Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKilgram medieval monastic grange

Kilgram medieval monastic grange

England
List entry 1015993
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Kilgram medieval monastic grange is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire that served as an agricultural outlying settlement operated by a religious house during the medieval period. The grange functioned as a working farm and storage facility, typical of the extensive landholdings maintained by monasteries to support their communities and generate income. The site preserves earthwork remains that reflect the layout and organisation of such monastic agricultural settlements, which were integral to the economic operations of religious institutions from at least the twelfth century onwards. Kilgram's designation as a scheduled monument acknowledges its archaeological significance in demonstrating medieval monastic land management and the rural infrastructure that sustained England's religious establishments.

Kilgram medieval monastic grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015993. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kilgram medieval monastic grange?

Kilgram medieval monastic grange is a scheduled ancient monument located in Yorkshire that served as an agricultural outlying settlement operated by a religious house during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015993.

Who is responsible for protecting Kilgram medieval monastic grange?

Kilgram medieval monastic grange 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 1015993.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kilgram medieval monastic grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kilgram Bridge (0.3 km), Jervaulx Cistercian Abbey, site of post-Dissolution grand house and gardens and World War II storage structures (2.1 km), Round barrow known as Gospel Hill, 80m south west of Pasture House (3.5 km).

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