Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of chapel at Otham Court

Remains of chapel at Otham Court

England
List entry 1002243
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The remains of a chapel at Otham Court is a fragmentary medieval structure located in Sussex. The site represents an example of a domestic chapel, a feature commonly attached to substantial medieval manorial properties where the lord and his household could attend religious services. The surviving remains indicate a building of medieval date, though precise construction phasing and architectural details would require examination of the physical evidence and historical documentation specific to Otham Court's development. Such chapels were integral to the spiritual life of the medieval elite and their dependants.

Remains of chapel at Otham Court is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002243. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Remains of chapel at Otham Court?

The remains of a chapel at Otham Court is a fragmentary medieval structure located in Sussex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002243.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of chapel at Otham Court?

Remains of chapel at Otham Court 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 1002243.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of chapel at Otham Court?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows south of Pashley (7.6 km), The Wish Tower: martello tower no 73 (7.9 km), Medieval farmstead and regular aggregate field system, 805m west of Crapham Barn (8 km).

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