Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKinwarton Dovecot

Kinwarton Dovecot

England
List entry 1005748
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Kinwarton Dovecot is a medieval circular stone structure located in Warwickshire, dating to the fourteenth century. The dovecot is constructed of coursed stone and features a conical roof, preserving a form typical of high medieval domestic architecture. It originally served the manorial complex at Kinwarton, functioning as a practical resource for the production of food in the form of squabs and dung for fertiliser. The structure represents a well-preserved example of medieval agricultural building design and remains an important monument to the material culture of rural medieval England.

Kinwarton Dovecot is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005748. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kinwarton Dovecot?

Kinwarton Dovecot is a medieval circular stone structure located in Warwickshire, dating to the fourteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005748.

Who is responsible for protecting Kinwarton Dovecot?

Kinwarton Dovecot 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 1005748.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kinwarton Dovecot?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard (0.1 km), Alcester Abbey (1.8 km), Roman town (1.9 km).

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