Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Warter Augustinian Priory

Site of Warter Augustinian Priory

England
List entry 1008185
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Warter Augustinian Priory is a medieval monastic site located in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Founded in the twelfth century as a house of Augustinian canons, the priory operated throughout the medieval period until its dissolution during the Reformation in the sixteenth century. The site preserves earthwork remains and fragmentary architectural evidence of the priory's layout, including foundations and structural features that reflect the typical plan of an Augustinian religious house. The remains are scheduled as an ancient monument, representing an important example of medieval monastic settlement in Yorkshire.

Site of Warter Augustinian Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008185. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Warter Augustinian Priory?

Warter Augustinian Priory is a medieval monastic site located in the East Riding of Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008185.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Warter Augustinian Priory?

Site of Warter Augustinian 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 1008185.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Warter Augustinian Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 550m north of High Wold Farm (9.4 km), Bowl barrow 450m north of High Wold Farm (9.5 km), Bowl barrow 450m north east of High Wold Farm (9.5 km).

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