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Siege of Exeter 1549. August 6th, 7th and 8th.

Siege of Exeter 1549. August 6th, 7th and 8th.

Commotion Timers re-enactors will be living in St Nicholas Priory, showing what it was like to survive in troubled times

The Priory will turn into a house under siege and visitors will travel back in time and step into a merchant family’s life. Watch the servants prepare food, see the ladies at their spinning and needlework, learn how to put on armour and hear scholars share their historical insights into the Prayer Book Rebellion in the West Country. Families can join in with medieval pastimes and younger visitors will have the chance to try out various medieval games.

 

Free entry, but donations are appreciated.

 

 

Date & Time

06/08/2026 - 08/08/2026    
11:00 - 16:00

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Where

St Nicholas Priory
Mint Lane, Off Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3BL

Find directions to St Nicholas Priory on our visit us page.

St Nicholas Priory: Founded by William the Conqueror in 1087, St Nicholas Priory was home to Benedictine monks for over 400 years and is the oldest building in Exeter. In 1536, like other monasteries, it was closed and the remains became the home of wealthy Tudor merchants.

Access: Unfortunately, only the ground floor of our building is wheelchair-accessible.

Facilities: Accessible loos and nappy-changing facilities.

If you have any questions or concerns about your visit, please email [email protected].

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