Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem

Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem

England
List entry 1003907
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem is a medieval religious establishment located in Norfolk, England. The commandry was a property held by the Knights Hospitaller, the military religious order formally known as the Order of St John of Jerusalem, during the medieval period. Such commandries served as administrative and agricultural centres that supported the order's broader operations and revenues in England. The site represents an important example of the Hospitaller presence in East Anglia during the medieval era, though the physical remains are now substantially diminished.

Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003907. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem?

The Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem is a medieval religious establishment located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003907.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem?

Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem 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 1003907.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Commandry of St John of Jerusalem?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa W of Woodrising Wood (2.9 km), Hazel Hurn moated site, fishponds and associated features (3 km), High Banks (3.1 km).

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