Wykeham Priory

Wykeham Priory was a nunnery in Wykeham, North Yorkshire, England. It was established between 1140-1160[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.

References

  1. ↑ Jennings, B. Yorkshire Monasteries. ISBN 1-85825-105-2.
  2. ↑ Rhea, Nicholas (1985). Portrait of the North York Moors.

Coordinates: 54°13′29″N 0°31′10″W / 54.224670°N 0.519531°W / 54.224670; -0.519531


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