Wykeham Priory Explained

Wykeham Priory was a nunnery in Wykeham, North Yorkshire, England. It was established between 1140 and 1160[1] and was destroyed by fire during the reign of Edward III.[2]

In the mid-18th century, Wykeham Abbey was built on the site of the former priory.

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Jennings , B . Bernard Jennings . Yorkshire Monasteries . 1-85825-105-2 .
  2. Book: Rhea , Nicholas . Portrait of the North York Moors . 1985 .