Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTower of ruined chapel of St Margaret

Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret

England
List entry 1007165
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Tower of the ruined chapel of St Margaret is a fragmentary medieval structure located in Westmorland in the north-west of England. The surviving remains consist principally of a stone tower, which formed part of a chapel dedicated to Saint Margaret, dating from the medieval period. The site represents the vestiges of religious architecture typical of the region, though the chapel itself has largely disappeared, leaving the tower as the primary evidence of the building's former presence. The monument reflects the pattern of medieval chapelries in the upland areas of northern England, though detailed documentary evidence concerning its specific founding date and historical development remains limited.

Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007165. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret?

The Tower of the ruined chapel of St Margaret is a fragmentary medieval structure located in Westmorland in the north-west of England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007165.

Who is responsible for protecting Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret?

Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret 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 1007165.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tower of ruined chapel of St Margaret?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tower of ruined church of St Catherine (4.1 km), Burneside Hall, pele tower and gatehouse (4.4 km), Settlement 440yds (400m) N of Cunswick Hall (4.6 km).

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