Butley Priory, Medieval gatehouse in Suffolk Coastal, England
The remaining 14th-century gatehouse features a stone vaulted ceiling in its Great Hall and incorporates former guest quarters within its structure.
Founded in 1171 by Ranulf de Glanville, Chief Justiciar to King Henry II, the priory functioned as an Augustinian monastery until its suppression in 1538.
The building maintains its Grade I listing status, reflecting the exemplary architectural elements of medieval English religious structures in the Suffolk region.
The priory currently accommodates ceremonies for 95 guests indoors, with the option to host receptions for up to 200 people using additional marquee space.
The Arctic Monkeys selected this historical structure as a recording location, utilizing the acoustic properties of the vaulted medieval architecture.
Location: Suffolk Coastal
Location: Butley
GPS coordinates: 52.09100,1.46500
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
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