Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt James's Priory

St James's Priory

England
List entry 1020422
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St James's Priory is a medieval religious house located in Staffordshire. The priory was founded in the 12th century and functioned as an Augustinian establishment, serving as a significant centre of religious life in the region during the medieval period. Though substantially ruined, surviving structural remains testify to the priory's former importance and the scale of its buildings. The site represents an important example of medieval monastic architecture and continues to be of archaeological and historical interest.

St James's Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020422. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St James's Priory?

St James's Priory is a medieval religious house located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020422.

Who is responsible for protecting St James's Priory?

St James's Priory 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 1020422.

What other scheduled monuments are near St James's Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dudley Castle (0.4 km), Lime working remains in Dudley (0.5 km), Medieval settlement at Cooper's Bank Farm (2.6 km).

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