Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Conduit, Melford Green

The Conduit, Melford Green

England
List entry 1006051
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Conduit, Melford Green is a sixteenth-century stone structure located in Long Melford, Suffolk. Built during the Tudor period, it served a practical function as a water distribution point for the village community. The monument survives as a substantial masonry construction, demonstrating the investment made by the local gentry or church authorities in providing accessible water supply to residents of Melford Green. Its presence reflects both the growing prosperity of Long Melford during the sixteenth century and the importance of such public amenities in early modern English village life.

The Conduit, Melford Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006051. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Conduit, Melford Green?

The Conduit, Melford Green is a sixteenth-century stone structure located in Long Melford, Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006051.

Who is responsible for protecting The Conduit, Melford Green?

The Conduit, Melford Green 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 1006051.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Conduit, Melford Green?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa at Liston Lane (1.3 km), Roman villa NE of Rodbridge House (2.4 km), St Bartholomew's Chapel (3.7 km).

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