College of All Saints, Maidstone
College of All Saints, Maidstone, Medieval ecclesiastical college in Maidstone, England
The College of All Saints stands between the Archbishop's Palace and the Church of All Saints, featuring a battlemented tower and rag-stone construction.
Founded in 1395 by Archbishop William Courtenay, the college received endowments from Richard II and operated until its closure in 1546 under the Chantries Act.
The complex includes the College Gateway, which served as the entrance to ecclesiastical buildings and represents medieval architectural patterns of religious institutions in Kent.
Located at coordinates 51.2701, 0.5217, the Grade I listed buildings of the former college remain under the protection of Maidstone Borough Council.
The college's annual income at dissolution was valued at £208, equivalent to approximately £156,290 in current currency, indicating its substantial medieval wealth.
Location: Maidstone
Location: Maidstone
GPS coordinates: 51.27010,0.52170
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:51
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