West Peckham Preceptory Explained

West Peckham Preceptory
Order:Knights Hospitallers
Established:c.1408
Disestablished:c.1523
Founder:John Culpeper
Map Type:Kent
Coord:51.2501°N 0.3607°W
Remains:None

West Peckham Preceptory was a preceptory in West Peckham, Kent, England.

History

West Peckham Preceptory was founded circa 1408 by Sir John Culpeper of Oxon Hoath, West Peckham.[1] It was held by the Knights Hospitallers, and used by them as an administrative centre. The preceptory remained in the possession of the Knights Hospitallers until it was dissolved by King Henry VIII circa 1523. At the time of the dissolution, it was valued at £63 6s 8d and had an income of £60 per annum.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Duke's Place . Culpepper Connections . 21 October 2010.