In the early 1900s, St Nicholas Priory, once one of Exeter’s grandest buildings was in a very poor state. Described as ‘A mere rookery of tenements’ it was threatened with demolition. Fortunately the local people came together, writing in the papers until the city council decided to save the building. Then the painstaking work of restoration began, all through the troubles of the First World War which nearly stopped the whole project. This is the story of how St Nicholas Priory was saved, those who went above the call of duty to see the work completed, and the attempt to solve the puzzle that is all which was done at the time but only sparsely recorded.
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]