Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld Malton Priory Church (ruined portions)

Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions)

England
List entry 1004180
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Old Malton Priory Church is a ruined Benedictine foundation situated in the North York Moors, with origins in the eleventh century. The surviving remains comprise substantial portions of the priory church, including elements of the nave and other structural fragments that demonstrate the considerable scale of the medieval religious establishment. The priory was dissolved during the Reformation, after which the church fell into decay and was largely abandoned. The standing ruins retain archaeological and architectural significance as evidence of monastic life and building practices in medieval Yorkshire.

Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004180. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions)?

Old Malton Priory Church is a ruined Benedictine foundation situated in the North York Moors, with origins in the eleventh century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004180.

Who is responsible for protecting Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions)?

Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions) 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 1004180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old Malton Priory Church (ruined portions)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Aldro earthworks: a bowl barrow on Birdsall Wold, 500m west of Aldro Farm (9.7 km), Aldro earthworks: a bowl barrow on Birdsall Wold, 600m west of Aldro Farm (9.7 km), A bowl barrow on Birdsall Wold, 530m east of Aldro Farm (9.7 km).

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