Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarkby Priory

Markby Priory

England
List entry 1004987
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Markby Priory is a ruined Augustinian priory located near Markby in Lincolnshire, founded in the twelfth century as a house of regular canons. The priory was dissolved during the Reformation in the sixteenth century, after which the site fell into decay and its buildings were progressively demolished or allowed to deteriorate. Surviving remains include fragmentary stonework and earthwork features that attest to its former monastic layout, though substantial architectural elements have been lost. The priory represents an important example of the numerous Augustinian establishments that were dispersed across medieval England before their suppression during the reign of Henry VIII.

Markby Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004987. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Markby Priory?

Markby Priory is a ruined Augustinian priory located near Markby in Lincolnshire, founded in the twelfth century as a house of regular canons. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004987.

Who is responsible for protecting Markby Priory?

Markby Priory 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 1004987.

What other scheduled monuments are near Markby Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross, Holy Trinity churchyard (2.9 km), Churchyard cross, St Margaret's churchyard, Saleby (3 km), Churchyard cross, St Andrew's churchyard (4.9 km).

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