Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Edith's Well

St Edith's Well

England
List entry 1006086
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Edith's Well is a medieval stone-built well structure located in Staffordshire, associated with the cult of Saint Edith. The well represents a point of pilgrimage and religious devotion from the medieval period, reflecting the significance of saint veneration in English religious practice. The structure itself survives as a stone construction, though details of its precise architectural character and original form have been modified through subsequent periods of use and repair. The site's designation as a scheduled monument recognises its historical importance as evidence of medieval sacred geography and devotional practice within the county.

St Edith's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006086. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Edith's Well?

St Edith's Well is a medieval stone-built well structure located in Staffordshire, associated with the cult of Saint Edith. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006086.

Who is responsible for protecting St Edith's Well?

St Edith'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 1006086.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 60m north-east of Little Onn Hall (1 km), Alley's Lane moated site (1.5 km), Two moated sites at Brockhurst (4.9 km).

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