Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings')

Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings')

England
List entry 1002720
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Remains of medieval buildings at this Dorset location constitute evidence of religious or monastic occupation dating to the medieval period. The structures represent in situ archaeological deposits and surviving architectural fragments characteristic of abbey or priory construction, though their precise functional identity and chronological span require examination of the specific site records held by the heritage authority. The remains contribute to understanding the distribution and character of medieval religious establishments across Dorset and the wider southwest of England.

Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings') is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002720. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings')?

The Remains of medieval buildings at this Dorset location constitute evidence of religious or monastic occupation dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002720.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings')?

Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings') 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 1002720.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of medieval buildings ('Abbey buildings')?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp, forts and a vexillation fortress 240m north of Lake Farm (7.1 km), Two sections of Roman road on Barrow Hill and Corfe Hills (8.7 km), Round barrow cemetery on Barrow Hill 150m south west of Brookvale Farm (8.8 km).

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