Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives

The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives

England
List entry 1011722
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The priory barn is a remaining structure from the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives in Huntingdonshire. The barn represents the practical agricultural infrastructure of the medieval religious community, reflecting the monastic economy that sustained the priory throughout the Middle Ages. The surviving building demonstrates the scale and permanence of the priory's operations and its integration into the broader landscape of medieval Huntingdonshire. The structure remains an important material witness to monastic life and land management practices in the region.

The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011722. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives?

The priory barn is a remaining structure from the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives in Huntingdonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011722.

Who is responsible for protecting The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives?

The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives 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 1011722.

What other scheduled monuments are near The priory barn: remains of the Benedictine priory at Saint Ives?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Ives Bridge (0.2 km), Obelisk at site of Republic Cottage, Stocks Bridge (1.3 km), Low Hill bowl barrow, 575m north of Fen Drayton Reservoir (2.4 km).

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