Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Anne's Well

St Anne's Well

England
List entry 1019449
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Anne's Well is a medieval or early modern shrine and water source located in Lancashire, England. The site represents the tradition of pilgrimage and healing wells that were common in the English landscape, particularly those dedicated to saints. The well's exact dating remains uncertain, though its current form likely reflects modifications made during the post-medieval period. As a designated heritage monument, it preserves evidence of popular devotion and the veneration of sacred springs that characterised late medieval and early modern religious practice in the region.

St Anne's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019449. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Anne's Well?

St Anne's Well is a medieval or early modern shrine and water source located in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019449.

Who is responsible for protecting St Anne's Well?

St Anne's Well 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 1019449.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Anne's Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Micklehead Green moated site (1.1 km), Rainhill Hall Farm moated site and twelve fishponds in The Rough (1.5 km), Cranshaw Hall moated site (3.3 km).

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