Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Ellerton Priory

Site of Ellerton Priory

England
List entry 1005225
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ellerton Priory is a Augustinian priory located in North Yorkshire, founded in the twelfth century as a house of Augustinian canons regular. The priory occupied a site in Swaledale and developed as a significant religious establishment during the medieval period, with the community maintaining properties and undertaking agricultural activities characteristic of monastic houses of its order. The remains visible today comprise fragmentary architectural evidence including stonework and earthworks that reflect the priory's layout and structures, though much of the site was destroyed during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the sixteenth century. Archaeological investigation and documentary sources provide evidence of the priory's former extent and religious significance within the Yorkshire landscape.

Site of Ellerton Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005225. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Ellerton Priory?

Ellerton Priory is a Augustinian priory located in North Yorkshire, founded in the twelfth century as a house of Augustinian canons regular. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005225.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Ellerton Priory?

Site of Ellerton Priory 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 1005225.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Ellerton Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle, fishpond and moated site north and east of Aughton church (1.2 km), Danes Hills square barrow cemetery on Crook Moor (3.5 km), Moated site and water-management features south of White House (4.3 km).

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