Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of St Mary's Abbey

Site of St Mary's Abbey

England
List entry 1009317
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Mary's Abbey is a Benedictine monastery site located in Gloucestershire, England, founded in the medieval period as a religious community under monastic rule. The abbey has left earthwork remains and archaeological deposits that testify to its former presence as an established religious house within the English monastic network. The site's significance lies in its contribution to the religious and economic landscape of medieval Gloucestershire, where such monasteries played central roles in land management, agricultural production, and spiritual life. The remains are scheduled as an ancient monument in recognition of their archaeological and historical importance to understanding medieval monastic organisation in the region.

Site of St Mary's Abbey is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009317. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of St Mary's Abbey?

St Mary's Abbey is a Benedictine monastery site located in Gloucestershire, England, founded in the medieval period as a religious community under monastic rule. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009317.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of St Mary's Abbey?

Site of St Mary's Abbey 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 1009317.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of St Mary's Abbey?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holm Castle, site of (0.3 km), Margaret's Camp, moated site and associated remains (1.1 km), Deserted medieval village (1.6 km).

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