Sempringham Priory, Medieval priory ruins in Lincolnshire, England
The remnants of Sempringham Priory extend across 80 acres of undulating landscape near the Lincolnshire Fens, visible through ground markings and aerial photography.
Gilbert of Sempringham established the religious community in 1131 by installing seven maidens next to St Andrew's Church under the guidance of Alexander, Bishop of Lincoln.
The priory functioned as a dual monastery system that housed both male and female religious members, following strict rules of separation and religious observance.
The site contains preserved foundation walls beneath the surface, with archaeological excavations revealing 47,000 artifacts that help outline the original building structure.
Princess Gwenllian of Wales spent 54 years confined within the priory walls from 1283 until her death in 1337 following Edward I's conquest of Wales.
Location: Sempringham
Location: Pointon and Sempringham
Inception: 12 century
Founders: Gilbert of Sempringham
GPS coordinates: 52.87740,-0.36155
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:01
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