Lanercost Priory
Brampton, Cumbria CA8 2HQ - England, UK
Phone: +44 (0)1697 73030
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This tranquil 12th Century Augustinian priory was once a prime target for raiders because of its proximity to Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish borders. One such raider was Robert the Bruce. In 1306-07, Edward I and his retinue stayed at Lanercost for five months. After the priory’s dissolution, the Dacre family converted parts of the monastic buildings into a fine residence. Visitors can see the ruined cloisters, choir and transepts, the grand Dacre Hall and the nave which continued in use as the current parish church.
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