Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden

St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden

England
List entry 1006928
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden is a medieval parish church situated in the village of Flaunden in Hertfordshire. The church dates primarily from the thirteenth century, with evidence of earlier Norman work, and retains important architectural features from this period including its chancel and nave. The building demonstrates the typical construction methods and layout of a rural medieval parish church serving the local agricultural community. The church has undergone restoration and modification in subsequent centuries, as was common practice, though its essential medieval character remains substantially preserved.

St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006928. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden?

St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden is a medieval parish church situated in the village of Flaunden in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006928.

Who is responsible for protecting St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden?

St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden 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 1006928.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Mary Magdalen's Church, Flaunden?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval undercroft in the grounds of Chenies Manor: part of a medieval Great House (0.7 km), One of two barrows on Chipperfield Common (4.6 km), One of two barrows on Chipperfield Common (4.6 km).

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