Little Dunmow Priory, Medieval priory ruins in Little Dunmow, England
The remaining structure of Little Dunmow Priory includes the lady chapel, which now functions as St Mary's Church within the Essex countryside.
Lady Juga de Baynard established the priory in 1104, and Augustinian canons settled there in 1106 under the guidance of Archbishop Anselm of Canterbury.
The priory grounds contain burial sites of notable medieval figures, including members of the Baynard family who held significant positions in English nobility.
Visitors can reach the priory ruins by taking the Dunmow South exit from A120 and following B1256 toward Braintree for 3.2 kilometers.
Archaeological excavations in 1913 revealed the original layout of the priory, which operated until its closure during the Suppression of Religious Houses Act in 1535.
Location: Little Dunmow
Inception: 1106
GPS coordinates: 51.86510,0.40382
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:53
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