Monument record TR 15 NE 1245 - Infirmary Hall, Christchurch Priory

Summary

The Infirmary extends eastwards from the east wall of the Infirmary Cloister, and to the north of the east end of the cathedral. Immediately to the east is the Infirmary Chapel. The monastic Infirmary in some respects resembles the nave of a church, with side aisles, pier arches and clerestory windows above.

Location

Grid reference Centred TR 1516 5794 (52m by 35m)
Map sheet TR15NE
County KENT
District CANTERBURY, KENT
Civil Parish CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

Willis, R., 1868, 'The Architectural History of the Conventual Buildings of the Monastery of Christchurch in Canterbury' (Article in serial). SKE30206.

Blockley, K., Sparks, M. & Tatton-Brown, T., 1997, Canterbury Cathedral Nave, Archaeology, History and Architecture (Monograph). SKE29723.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • --- Monograph: Blockley, K., Sparks, M. & Tatton-Brown, T.. 1997. Canterbury Cathedral Nave, Archaeology, History and Architecture.
  • --- Article in serial: Willis, R.. 1868. 'The Architectural History of the Conventual Buildings of the Monastery of Christchurch in Canterbury'.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (3)

  • Intrusive Event: Christ Church Cathedral (north side) (Ref: CAT: 118) (EKE13618)
  • Non-Intrusive Event: Infirmary Chapel and Table Hall (Ref: CAT: 118) (EKE13498)
  • Non-Intrusive Event: Infirmary Cloister, Canterbury Cathedral (Ref: CAT: 118) (EKE13619)

Record last edited

Dec 1 2014 1:50PM