Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Gabriel's Church

St Gabriel's Church

England
List entry 1002821
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Gabriel's Church is a medieval parish church located in Dorset, England, with origins traceable to the Norman period. The structure exhibits characteristic features of medieval ecclesiastical architecture, including elements that reflect the building's development across several centuries of modification and repair. The church has maintained its function as a place of worship throughout its history and remains significant as an example of vernacular religious architecture within the county. Its listing as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its archaeological and historical importance as a survival of medieval parochial settlement and organisation in Dorset.

St Gabriel's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002821. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Gabriel's Church?

St Gabriel's Church is a medieval parish church located in Dorset, England, with origins traceable to the Norman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002821.

Who is responsible for protecting St Gabriel's Church?

St Gabriel's Church 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 1002821.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Gabriel's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A group of four bowl barrows on Golden Cap 515m south east and 630m south east of St Gabriel's House (0.6 km), Three bowl barrows on High Bullen 230m south west of Hazelbower (1.9 km), Barrow cemetery on Hardown Hill 600m west of Butt Farm (2.1 km).

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