Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt John's Hospital

St John's Hospital

England
List entry 1003442
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St John's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Gloucestershire, established to provide care and shelter for the poor and infirm. The hospital dates from the medieval period and represents an important example of religious institutional provision during the Middle Ages, when such establishments formed a significant part of parochial and monastic charitable works. The surviving remains reflect the architectural character typical of medieval hospital buildings, with structures arranged to serve both administrative and residential functions for its inhabitants and staff.

St John's Hospital is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003442. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St John's Hospital?

St John's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation located in Gloucestershire, established to provide care and shelter for the poor and infirm. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003442.

Who is responsible for protecting St John's Hospital?

St John'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 1003442.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Badbury camp (5.9 km), Highworth circle 350m north east of Common Farm (6 km), Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm (6.2 km).

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