NHER 580 (Monument record) - Site of St Edward's Church, Argyll Street, Norwich
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Summary
Documentary evidence indicates that a church stood on this site, probably prior to the medieval period. In the late 13th century the church was united to St Julian's, and it was used as a chapel to Hildebrands Hospital until 1540, when it was desecrated.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG20NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORWICH, NORWICH, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
The dedication of this church is probably pre Conquest. The churchyard joined on the south side with Hildebrand's Hospital. In late 13th century the church was united to St Julian's church. The church was used as chapel to Hildebrands Hospital until 1540 AD. The church was desecrated around 1540 AD.
Associated Sources (4)
- --- SNF4550 Monograph: Batcock, N. 1991. The Ruined and Disused Churches of Norfolk. East Anglian Archaeology. No 51. Microfiche 5:G12. No N13; p 175.
- --- SNF87229 Record Card: Clarke, R. R. and NCM Staff. 1933-1973. Norwich Castle Museum Record Card - Norwich - Post Roman.
- --- SNF57204 Record Card: Ordnance Survey Staff. 1933-1979?. Ordnance Survey Record Cards. TG 20 NW 62.
- <S2> SNF7068 Publication: Messent, C. J. W. 1932. The City Churches of Norwich. p 47.
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Record last edited
Sep 20 2017 3:44PM