Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford

The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford

England
List entry 1006172
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford, is a late medieval structure forming part of the castle complex at Farleigh Hungerford in Somerset. The building dates to the fifteenth century and reflects the domestic and recreational facilities maintained within the castle precinct, serving functions associated with hunting and falconry, activities central to aristocratic life in this period. The structure survives as a testament to the detailed infrastructure required to support the leisure pursuits of the castle's noble inhabitants during the late medieval era.

The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006172. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford?

The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford, is a late medieval structure forming part of the castle complex at Farleigh Hungerford in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006172.

Who is responsible for protecting The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford?

The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford 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 1006172.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote 220m north of St Philip and St James's Church (3.3 km), The Devil's Bed and Bolster long barrow (5 km), Roman villa NW of Port Way (5.9 km).

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