Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick

St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick

England
List entry 1006595
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Leonard's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation situated in Alnwick, Northumberland. The hospital was established in the twelfth century to provide shelter and care for the poor, sick, and pilgrims passing through the town, reflecting the religious and social obligations of the period. The surviving structures include portions of medieval stonework and architectural elements characteristic of institutional buildings of the High and Late Medieval periods. The site represents an important example of medieval healthcare provision and monastic charity in northern England, demonstrating the role such institutions played in the social and religious life of medieval market towns.

St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006595. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick?

St Leonard's Hospital is a medieval charitable foundation situated in Alnwick, Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006595.

Who is responsible for protecting St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick?

St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick 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 1006595.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Leonard's Hospital, Alnwick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lion Bridge (0.6 km), St Mary's Chantry House (0.7 km), Alnwick Abbey (1 km).

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