The small priory of St Nicholas, within the city walls of Exeter, was a Roman Catholic religious house for nearly 500 years, until the English Reformation took place in the mid-sixteenth century. Across England Catholic practices were gradually banished and churches became Protestant. Exeter churches were damaged and changed, but adapted to the new religion. St Nicholas Priory on the other hand was largely destroyed and ceased to be a religious building.
This tour will look at the ways in which the Reformation affected three churches in the city – St Nicholas Priory, St Olave’s church and Exeter Cathedral.
The tour will take up to two hours, commencing at St Nicholas Priory. There will be a ten minute walk between churches. Tickets can be booked in advance, and a small number will be available on the door before the tours starts.
Tickets £10
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]