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St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt is a medieval chapel of unknown exact date, likely constructed in the twelfth or thirteenth century, situated in Essex. The structure survives as a small stone building in a rural setting, representing a modest example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture. The chapel appears to have served a local community or estate, though documentary evidence regarding its original function and patronage remains limited. It stands as a testament to the dispersed pattern of religious provision in medieval Essex, where small private chapels supplemented the parochial network.
St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002160. View the official record →
St Helen's Chapel, Bonhunt is a medieval chapel of unknown exact date, likely constructed in the twelfth or thirteenth century, situated in Essex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002160.
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.
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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