Nottingham Whitefriars

Nottingham Whitefriars was a former Carmelite monastery comprising multiple buildings and plots of land in central Nottingham. The complex featured religious structures, living quarters, and agricultural spaces arranged across its grounds.

Founded before 1271, the monastery received a Royal Charter from King Edward II in 1319 following land grants from the Grey family. It remained active until the dissolution of monasteries across England in the 16th century.

Die weißen Gewänder der Karmeliter waren in der mittelalterlichen Stadt ein vertrauter Anblick, und die Gemeinschaft spielte eine wichtige Rolle in der Versorgung Bedürftiger. Die Brüder bewirtschafteten Ländereien und waren für viele Menschen erste Anlaufstelle bei Not oder Krankheit.

The former monastery site is located along Friar Lane in central Nottingham, where archaeological remains were uncovered during road construction in 1923. Visitors can find the location by following this central street and looking for any informational markers or local guidance.

In 1532, Prior Richard Sherwood received a royal pardon from King Henry VIII following a fatal incident with another friar at the monastery. This event reveals the human conflicts that could arise even within religious communities.

Location: City of Nottingham

Inception: 13 century

GPS coordinates: 52.95260,-1.15184

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04