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St Nicholas Priory : Attempts to reconstruct the Priory church – A talk by Richard Parker

St Nicholas Priory : Attempts to reconstruct the Priory church – A talk by Richard Parker

The mediaeval Priory of St Nicholas at Exeter was served by a church of which little now survives; but which is known from the few remaining architectural fragments to have been a handsome and richly-furnished building. This talk attempts to collate the little that is known from excavation, from documentary sources and from the surviving evidence in the standing fabric, to imagine the possible appearance and plan of this great, lost, church. The talk will be illustrated by reconstruction drawings produced by the author, over many decades, during his work for Exeter Archaeology and for the Exeter Historic Buildings Trust.

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

24/01/2025    
18:30 - 20:00

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Where

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

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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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