Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Chapel of St Thomas a Becket

The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket

England
List entry 1017452
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket is a medieval religious structure located in Essex, England. The chapel dates to the medieval period and represents a small-scale ecclesiastical building type characteristic of the region. As a chapel dedicated to St Thomas a Becket, it reflects the significant popular veneration of the martyred archbishop following his canonisation in 1173, which stimulated the construction of numerous chapels bearing his name throughout England during the later medieval centuries. The surviving fabric and architectural details provide evidence of medieval devotional practice and the organisation of religious space within the Essex landscape.

The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017452. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket?

The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket is a medieval religious structure located in Essex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017452.

Who is responsible for protecting The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket?

The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket 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 1017452.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Chapel of St Thomas a Becket?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Slight univallate hillfort 300m west of Calcott Hall Farm (1.8 km), Dagnam Park Farm moated site, Noak Hill, Romford (4.6 km), Old Thorndon Hall and gardens (4.9 km).

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