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 institution located in Gloucestershire. The hospital was founded in the 12th century as an establishment for the care of the sick and poor, reflecting the period's development of organized religious and secular healthcare provision. The surviving structures, including elements of the original stone buildings, demonstrate the typical architectural character of medieval hospital complexes. The site represents an important example of medieval philanthropic infrastructure and the role of such institutions in medieval English communities.

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 institution located in Gloucestershire. 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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