Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle

Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle

England
List entry 1014485
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Cuthbert's Isle is a small tidal island off the coast of Northumberland that contains the remains of a medieval chapel and associated structures. The chapel dates to the medieval period and represents a continuation of religious activity on the island, which held significance in early Christian tradition as a site associated with Saint Cuthbert. The surviving masonry indicates a modest ecclesiastical building typical of its era, though the exposed coastal location and tidal nature of the island have resulted in considerable damage to the structures. The site reflects the enduring religious importance of locations linked to early Christian saints in the medieval period.

Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014485. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle?

St Cuthbert's Isle is a small tidal island off the coast of Northumberland that contains the remains of a medieval chapel and associated structures. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014485.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle?

Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle 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 1014485.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval chapel and associated building on St Cuthbert's Isle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lindisfarne Priory pre-Conquest monastery and post-Conquest Benedictine cell (0.3 km), Boundary cross 170m south west of Herring House (0.4 km), The Fort on the Heugh and underlying midden (0.6 km).

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