Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMinsden Chapel

Minsden Chapel

England
List entry 1003543
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Minsden Chapel is a small medieval chapel situated in the parish of Walkern in Hertfordshire. The structure dates from the fourteenth century and is constructed of flint with stone dressings, retaining evidence of its original architectural form despite substantial ruination. The chapel stands as a rare surviving example of a private or manorial chapel from the medieval period in the county, located in open countryside away from settlement. Its fragmentary condition preserves valuable archaeological evidence of small-scale medieval ecclesiastical architecture and reflects the devotional practices of the medieval landholding classes.

Minsden Chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003543. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Minsden Chapel?

Minsden Chapel is a small medieval chapel situated in the parish of Walkern in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003543.

Who is responsible for protecting Minsden Chapel?

Minsden Chapel 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 1003543.

What other scheduled monuments are near Minsden Chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old malt houses and kiln, High Street (3.6 km), The Six Hills Roman barrows (4 km), Bell barrow in Graffridge Wood, 400m south east of Keepers Cottage (4.1 km).

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