Remains of the medieval St Anne's Hospital

The remains of the medieval St Anne's Hospital, dating from the 14th century, are located on the south side of High Saint Agnesgate in Ripon. The structure is built of limestone and consists of the 'chancel', which served as the hospital chapel, as the 'nave' that housed the hospital itself was demolished in 1869. The chancel is roofless and features a chancel arch at the west end, a two-light Decorated window at the east end, a stone altar slab, a piscina, and a stoup.

The exact date of the hospital's foundation is unknown, but the street name, a variation of St Anne's Gate, was recorded as 'Annesgate' in 1228. The first mention of the hospital itself dates to 1438, although architectural evidence suggests it is older. It is traditionally believed to have been founded by one of the Nevilles. The hospital was supported solely by alms until at least the first recorded endowment in 1680. While its early administration is not well-documented, it was historically managed by the Mayor and Corporation and was used to house and support eight poor widows.