Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRycote Chapel

Rycote Chapel

England
List entry 1018823
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rycote Chapel is a private chapel of medieval origin located near Thame in Oxfordshire, England. The structure dates primarily from the fifteenth century and represents an important example of late medieval chapel architecture, featuring characteristic perpendicular Gothic styling. The chapel served the nearby Rycote House and the local gentry, with its interior containing notable examples of period fittings and furnishings. The building survives substantially intact and remains a significant example of a minor ecclesiastical structure from the late medieval period in the region.

Rycote Chapel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018823. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rycote Chapel?

Rycote Chapel is a private chapel of medieval origin located near Thame in Oxfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018823.

Who is responsible for protecting Rycote Chapel?

Rycote 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 1018823.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rycote Chapel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ickford Bridge See also OXFORDSHIRE 227 (2.6 km), Ickford Bridge See also BUCKINGHAMSHIRE 7 (2.6 km), Moated site E of Moorend Lane (4.6 km).

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