Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt John the Baptist's Hospital

St John the Baptist's Hospital

England
List entry 1017854
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St John the Baptist's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Buckinghamshire. The institution was established as an almshouse or hospital in the medieval period, reflecting the widespread charitable provision typical of late medieval English communities. The surviving structures demonstrate the architectural character of institutional buildings from this era, with features consistent with medieval domestic and charitable construction. The site remains an important record of medieval social welfare provision and the physical infrastructure that supported such institutions in the county.

St John the Baptist's Hospital is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017854. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St John the Baptist's Hospital?

St John the Baptist's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017854.

Who is responsible for protecting St John the Baptist's Hospital?

St John the Baptist's Hospital 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 1017854.

What other scheduled monuments are near St John the Baptist's Hospital?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Hill, a motte and bailey castle and Saxon burial 50m west of Castle Hill House (0.5 km), Desborough Castle (2.3 km), Camp on Church Hill (4.8 km).

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