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Maud Courtenay (d. 1467) – Making a Grand Exit – A talk by Lynda Pidgeon

Maud Courtenay (d. 1467) - Making a Grand Exit - A talk by Lynda Pidgeon

In 1464 Maud (Matilda) Courtenay made her last will and testament, her will set out her charitable bequests, while the testament detailed her funeral arrangements. Maud died three years later, and she was buried in the church of St Nicholas Priory, Exeter. These two documents tell us about her death and give some hints about her character, but her life is less well documented.

This talk by Lynda Pidgeon will look at her death and attempt to throw some light on her life.

Ticket price includes complimentary drinks and refreshments.

Doors open at 6pm for 6:30 start.

Directions
St Nicholas Priory is on Mint Lane with walking access from Fore Street or Bartholomew Street West.

The nearest car park is Mary Arches Street, which is a five-minute walk. Exeter Central railway station is a ten-minute walk. The bus station is a 15-minute walk with many buses stopping on the High Street which is ten minutes away.

Access
Unfortunately, due to the nature of this historic building, there is no wheelchair access for our upstairs rooms.

Facilities
Our outdoor toilet block can be made available on request.

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

Date & Time

21/02/2025    
18:30 - 20:00

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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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