Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street

Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street

England
List entry 1005924
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street is a vaulted stone chamber of thirteenth-century date, surviving beneath a property in Surrey. The structure demonstrates the characteristic masonry and barrel-vault construction typical of undercrofts serving merchant or residential buildings during the High Medieval period. Such cellared spaces were integral to urban commercial and domestic life, providing secure storage for goods and provisions. The undercroft's preservation and listing status reflect its importance as physical evidence of medieval urban development and building practices in the region.

Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005924. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street?

The medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street is a vaulted stone chamber of thirteenth-century date, surviving beneath a property in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005924.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street?

Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street 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 1005924.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval undercroft at 72/74 High Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Catherine's Chapel (1.3 km), Henley Fort: a London mobilisation centre (1.6 km), Bowl barrow 90m west of Tyting Farm (2.6 km).

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