Aslackby Preceptory

Aslackby Preceptory is a medieval commandry in Lincolnshire, with stone remains preserved within the gardens of Temple farmhouse. The building displays a 15th-century window and pinnacle that are still visible today.

The commandry was founded in 1192 and belonged to the Knights Templar until their suppression in the 14th century. Afterward, the site transferred to the control of Temple Bruer.

The chapel was designed following the pattern of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, with a round nave and an apsidal east end. Visitors can still observe the religious architecture that was typical for Templar stations.

The building stands near Aslackby Church in southeastern Lincolnshire and is Grade II listed. Visitors should note that the remains lie within a private garden and should ask permission to access them beforehand.

Until 1891, a tower and vaulted undercroft remained integrated into the farmhouse before the structure underwent complete rebuilding. This earlier connection shows how the site was woven into rural life over centuries.

Inception: 12 century

GPS coordinates: 52.86010,-0.38841

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:43