Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt

St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt

England
List entry 1002160
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Helen's Chapel is a medieval stone chapel located in Bonhunt, Essex, that survives as a roofless ruin consisting of nave and chancel remains. The building dates to the twelfth or thirteenth century and represents the surviving masonry fabric of a small rural ecclesiastical structure from the medieval period. The chapel stands as evidence of the pattern of settlement and religious provision in Essex during the High Middle Ages, though limited architectural detail now remains visible within the fragmentary standing structure. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under list entry number 1002160.

St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002160. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt?

St Helen's Chapel is a medieval stone chapel located in Bonhunt, Essex, that survives as a roofless ruin consisting of nave and chancel remains. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002160.

Who is responsible for protecting St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt?

St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt 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 1002160.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Double moated site south of Coldhams Farm (2.3 km), Prior's Hall moated site (3 km), Widdington Hall moated site (3.4 km).

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