Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Chapel, Shearston

The Chapel, Shearston

England
List entry 1006166
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Chapel, Shearston is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Somerset, England. The building dates from the medieval period and survives as a testament to the religious infrastructure of rural Somerset during the Middle Ages. The chapel represents the type of small, local place of worship that would have served the spiritual needs of the surrounding community. Its preservation as a scheduled monument reflects its historical and architectural significance within the county's medieval heritage.

The Chapel, Shearston is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006166. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Chapel, Shearston?

The Chapel, Shearston is a medieval ecclesiastical structure located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006166.

Who is responsible for protecting The Chapel, Shearston?

The Chapel, Shearston 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 1006166.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Chapel, Shearston?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Mary the Virgin's churchyard (2.6 km), Buckland Priory fishponds (3 km), Anglo-Saxon burh at East Lyng (5.3 km).

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