Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm

Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm

England
List entry 1019666
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Pentney Priory is a Augustinian priory founded in the late twelfth century in Norfolk, England. The surviving remains at Abbey Farm comprise fragmentary stone and flint walls that represent part of the priory's claustral ranges and associated structures. The site was dissolved during the Reformation in the sixteenth century, after which the priory buildings fell into disrepair and were subsequently dismantled. The surviving masonry provides archaeological evidence of the priory's layout and construction techniques characteristic of medieval monastic establishments in East Anglia.

Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019666. View the official record →

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What is Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm?

Pentney Priory is a Augustinian priory founded in the late twelfth century in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019666.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm?

Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm 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 1019666.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of Pentney Priory at Abbey Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site in Hills and Holes Plantation, 30m north west of Home Farm (2.5 km), Medieval settlement remains immediately west of All Saints' Church (3.8 km), Devil's Dyke, Beechamwell and Barton Bendish. Section 1km in length West of Smeeth Wood (5.7 km).

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