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The Medieval deanery at Lower Gungate is a substantial stone building of thirteenth-century origin located in Tamworth, Staffordshire. The structure served as the residence of the dean of the collegiate church and represents an important example of domestic architecture from the High Medieval period. Built in coursed sandstone, the building retains significant medieval fabric including windows and wall sections that reflect the status and function of its original occupant. The deanery stands as evidence of the ecclesiastical establishment and administrative hierarchy associated with Tamworth's collegiate foundation during the later Middle Ages.
Medieval deanery, Lower Gungate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006059. View the official record →
The Medieval deanery at Lower Gungate is a substantial stone building of thirteenth-century origin located in Tamworth, Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006059.
Medieval deanery, Lower Gungate 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 1006059.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Saxon defences (0.2 km), Tamworth Castle (0.3 km), Alvecote priory and dovecote (4.3 km).
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