Place record MDO47879 - Cerne Abbas
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Summary
Medieval Town. The town probably developed after the Norman Conquest, and was dependant upon the Abbey. The town was no more than a moderate agricultural town comparable with Abbotsbury, Dorchester or Weymouth.
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Full Description
The town probably developed after the conquest, dependant upon the Abbey. In 1166 the abbey demesne were 3.5 Knight's fees with freehold tenure in the vill of Cerne and Henry 11 (1154-89) by undated charter, granted the monks market rights in the vill of Cerne with all their liberties to their knights and free tenants. The abbot's licence to purchase five messuages in 1317-18 may confirm the town's growth. It was probably no more than a moderate agricultural town comparable with Abbotsbury, Dorchester or Weymouth. (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ST 6657 0116 (1m by 0m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST60SE |
| Civil Parish | Cerne Abbas; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: ST 60 SE 79
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 897659
Record last edited
Mar 15 2024 12:35PM
