Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWolsey's Gate, College Street

Wolsey's Gate, College Street

England
List entry 1006071
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Wolsey's Gate is a fifteenth-century gateway structure located on College Street in Suffolk. The gate is traditionally associated with Cardinal Wolsey, the prominent Tudor statesman and ecclesiastical figure, though its precise original function and the extent of Wolsey's direct involvement remain subjects of historical discussion. The structure represents an important surviving example of late medieval gatehouse architecture in the region and retains significant physical fabric from its period of construction. Its designation as a listed ancient monument reflects its archaeological and architectural importance as evidence of Tudor-period building activity in Suffolk.

Wolsey's Gate, College Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006071. View the official record →

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What is Wolsey's Gate, College Street?

Wolsey's Gate is a fifteenth-century gateway structure located on College Street in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006071.

Who is responsible for protecting Wolsey's Gate, College Street?

Wolsey's Gate, College Street 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 1006071.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wolsey's Gate, College Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Area of middle and late Saxon town between Turret Lane and Star Lane (0.1 km), Area of Middle and Late Saxon town, off Greyfriars Road (0.1 km), Area of middle and late Saxon town, off Star Lane (0.1 km).

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