Lady's Well

England
List entry 1002073
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lady's Well is a holy well located in Gloucestershire, England. The site has historical significance as a place of pilgrimage and religious devotion, reflecting the medieval and post-medieval veneration of sacred springs that was widespread throughout Britain. The well represents the tradition of water sources associated with Christian saints and the Virgin Mary, which often attracted pilgrims seeking healing or spiritual intercession. Such wells frequently remained sites of popular devotion even after the Reformation, demonstrating the persistence of folk religious practice in English communities.

Lady's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002073. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lady's Well?

Lady's Well is a holy well located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002073.

Who is responsible for protecting Lady's Well?

Lady's Well 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 1002073.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lady's Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 200m west of St James' Church (3.3 km), Moated site at Manor Farm (3.7 km), The Mount moated site (6.8 km).

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