Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery

Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery

England
List entry 1017763
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Sandwell Priory is a Benedictine monastery founded in the 12th century in Staffordshire, established as a daughter house of the Benedictine order. The priory was dissolved during the Reformation in the 16th century, after which its buildings fell into decay. Today the site is marked by substantial ruins, including remains of the priory church and associated monastic structures, which survive as earthworks and fragmentary stone foundations. The monument represents an important example of medieval monastic architecture and planning in the West Midlands, reflecting the religious and economic organisation of the region during the medieval period.

Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017763. View the official record →

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What is Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery?

Sandwell Priory is a Benedictine monastery founded in the 12th century in Staffordshire, established as a daughter house of the Benedictine order. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017763.

Who is responsible for protecting Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery?

Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery 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 1017763.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sandwell Priory, a Benedictine monastery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Smeaton's Summit Bridge (2.1 km), Engine Arm Aqueduct, Warley (2.5 km), Smethwick Engine House (2.5 km).

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