Greyfriars, Medieval Franciscan monastery in City of London, England.
The Greyfriars monastery complex included a 300-foot-long church, regional university facilities, and an extensive theological library near Newgate Street.
Founded in 1225 and dissolved in 1538 by Henry VIII, the monastery received support from queens Margaret and Isabella for construction during the 1300s.
The monastery emerged as an intellectual center rivaling Oxford University, hosting scholars William of Ockham, Walter Chatton, and Adam Wodeham.
The site now contains remnants of rose gardens and wooden towers marking the original church location within the modern City of London.
The monastery church contained burial places for Margaret of France, Isabella of France, and Elizabeth Barton, known as the Mad Maid of Kent.
Location: City of London
Inception: 13 century
GPS coordinates: 51.51620,-0.09960
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45
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