Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Charterhouse

Site of Charterhouse

England
List entry 1005901
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Site of Charterhouse is a Carthusian monastery located in Warwickshire. The monastery was founded in the medieval period and represents the architectural and spiritual legacy of the Carthusian order, one of the most austere monastic communities in medieval England. The site retains physical evidence of its monastic layout and structures, though much has been lost or obscured over centuries of post-dissolution use and development. As a designated ancient monument, it preserves important archaeological and historical testimony to medieval religious life and the organisation of Carthusian communities in the English Midlands.

Site of Charterhouse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005901. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Charterhouse?

Site of Charterhouse is a Carthusian monastery located in Warwickshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005901.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Charterhouse?

Site of Charterhouse 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 1005901.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Charterhouse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman fort at The Lunt (3 km), Baginton Castle, associated settlement remains, ponds and mill sites (3.5 km), Moated site at Bishop Ullathorne School (3.8 km).

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