Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLaw Library, Cathedral Yard

Law Library, Cathedral Yard

England
List entry 1003867
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Law Library, Cathedral Yard is a listed building situated within the cathedral precinct at Exeter in Devon. The structure dates from the seventeenth century and represents an important survival of post-medieval ecclesiastical architecture associated with the cathedral close. It serves as evidence of the scholarly and administrative functions that supported the cathedral institution during this period. The building reflects the functional requirements of cathedral life and the legal and clerical activities that were central to ecclesiastical governance in early modern Exeter.

Law Library, Cathedral Yard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003867. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Law Library, Cathedral Yard?

Law Library, Cathedral Yard is a listed building situated within the cathedral precinct at Exeter in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003867.

Who is responsible for protecting Law Library, Cathedral Yard?

Law Library, Cathedral Yard 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 1003867.

What other scheduled monuments are near Law Library, Cathedral Yard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval bridge and part of a late medieval conduit under Holloway Street (0.6 km), Little John's Cross (2.4 km), St Loye's Chapel and cross, Rifford Road (2.5 km).

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