Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Marlipins

The Marlipins

England
List entry 1005840
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Marlipins is a timber-framed building located in Shoreham, West Sussex, dating to the late medieval period, likely constructed in the fifteenth century. The structure served as a customs house and warehouse, reflecting Shoreham's importance as a port town during the medieval period. The building features characteristic timber-frame construction with infill panels, demonstrating the vernacular building techniques of its era. It remains a significant example of late medieval commercial architecture and has been preserved as a heritage monument reflecting the maritime economic history of the Sussex coast.

The Marlipins is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005840. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Marlipins?

The Marlipins is a timber-framed building located in Shoreham, West Sussex, dating to the late medieval period, likely constructed in the fifteenth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005840.

Who is responsible for protecting The Marlipins?

The Marlipins 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 1005840.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Marlipins?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shoreham Airfield dome trainer, 240m south west of Sussex Pad Hotel (1.8 km), Shoreham Fort, 120m SSE of East House (1.9 km), Shrunken medieval settlement at Old Erringham (2.8 km).

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