Ruined Abbey & Priory's in Norfolk

Описание: St Benet’s Abbey
The Abbey of St Benet at Holme lies deep in the Broads, close to the meeting place of the rivers Bure and Ant. This was the only Norfolk monastery founded in the Anglo-Saxon period which continued in use throughout the Middle Ages, and is the only monastery in England which was not closed down by Henry VIII – the Bishop of Norwich is still the Abbot.
As well as being of great historical interest, St Benet’s Abbey is also very atmospheric. For over 200 years it has been a favourite spot for artists, photographers, and tourists.

Bromholm Priory
Built-in 1113
Bromholm Priory was a Cluniac priory, situated in a coastal location near the village of Bacton, Norfolk, England. It is Grade I listed.
Much of Bromholm Priory at Bacton in Norfolk was destroyed in 1536 during Henry VIII's Reformation
the village boundary towards Walcott, on Abbey Street just look down the picturesque row of flint cottages at the ruined gatehouse. Stroll there and have a look at the remains of Bromholm Priory.
Word is that it was once one of the most holy places in Europe. How did it become so? It is supposed that the priory’s Cluniac monks who were in the last stages of destitution, purchased what they were led to believe was a piece of the original crucifix of Jesus. All this from a priest who had been wandering Europe trying to find a buyer.Entrance to Priory grounds
The monks started using the shard to cure diseases and legend has it, even raise people from the dead! Apparently, you can read mention of it in Chaucer's ‘Canterbury Tales’. Its fame is said to have attracted pilgrims from all over Europe, including Henry III.

Beeston Regis Priory
The Priory of St Mary was founded by Margery de Cressy in 1216 for a small community of four canons. The canons were ordained priests that followed the rule of St Augustine and belonged to the Order of Peterstone, a small and somewhat mysterious Norfolk-based religious order. One of their important roles was to act as parish priests for nearby churches.
The south wall of the chancel, including 14th century arcading and a 19th century doorway (Norfolk County Council)
The Priory was closed by Henry VIII in 1536. It was stripped of all valuables and then used as a source of building materials. We are lucky that so much of the Priory church survives as ruins; this is because it was converted into farm buildings soon after its abandonment as a religious building. Conversion also ensured the survival of important 14th century arcading in the chancel and the earliest medieval bricks in their original location in Norfolk.
The ruins of the church are owned by the Norfolk Historic Buildings Trust and managed by Norfolk County Council’s Monuments Management Project. They are regularly monitored by the project, volunteers and Norfolk Constabulary. Repair works were carried out in 2013 and 2014 and more are planned in the future.
The ruins of the church are open to the public during daylight hours throughout the year (but are closed between dusk and dawn). They are close to Beeston Regis Common and The Priory Maze and Gardens, with finger-post signs providing directions from the A149.
Repairs to the stair turret in the south transept, 2013 (Norfolk County Council)
Although Norfolk County Council wants you to enjoy visiting the ruins of the church, please do take care as historic ruins can be dangerous. Children must be supervised. Dogs are allowed on leads, but all mess must be removed. Causing damage to the ruins is a criminal offence; police regularly patrol the site. Climbing, camping, metal detecting, removal of building material and commercial photography are prohibited.
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