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Ulverscroft Priory is a Augustinian priory founded in the mid-twelfth century in Leicestershire, situated within the Forest of Charnwood. The priory remains are archaeologically significant as earthwork monuments, comprising the substantial moat that once surrounded the priory buildings along with three associated fishponds that served both practical and monastic purposes. These water features represent typical medieval monastic infrastructure, reflecting the self-sufficient economy maintained by religious communities during the medieval period. The site was abandoned following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the sixteenth century, leaving the earthwork remains visible in the landscape as evidence of its former religious and economic importance.
Ulverscroft Priory, moat and three fishponds is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008554. View the official record →
Ulverscroft Priory is a Augustinian priory founded in the mid-twelfth century in Leicestershire, situated within the Forest of Charnwood. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008554.
Ulverscroft Priory, moat and three fishponds 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 1008554.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle and manorial complex at Groby (5.6 km), Moat with fishponds at Bagworth (6.2 km), Old Hays moated site and associated manorial earthworks, Ratby (6.3 km).
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