Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Sepulchre's Priory

St Sepulchre's Priory

England
List entry 1016882
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England
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Overview

History & significance

St Sepulchre's Priory is a Benedictine priory founded in the early twelfth century at Warwick, established as a daughter house and closely associated with the spiritual life of the town. The priory was dedicated to the Holy Sepulchre and served as an important religious centre throughout the medieval period until its dissolution in the sixteenth century. Substantial remains of the priory buildings survive, including parts of the claustral ranges and architectural fragments that reflect the institutional wealth and organisation typical of a significant monastic community. The site preserves evidence of the priory's development across several centuries and remains an important archaeological and historical resource for understanding medieval religious life in Warwickshire.

St Sepulchre's Priory is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016882. View the official record →

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What is St Sepulchre's Priory?

St Sepulchre's Priory is a Benedictine priory founded in the early twelfth century at Warwick, established as a daughter house and closely associated with the spiritual life of the town. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016882.

Who is responsible for protecting St Sepulchre's Priory?

St Sepulchre's Priory 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 1016882.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Sepulchre's Priory?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Duke of Bedford's Castle, 140m SE of Castle Farm (5.9 km), Oakley Wood Camp (6.4 km), Circular ditched enclosures SW of Wiggerland Wood Farm (6.8 km).

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