llanthony secunda priory
Llanthony Secunda Priory in Gloucester is the remains of a once large and
important Augustinian Priory which was founded outside the city walls in 1136.
It is a scheduled monument with listed buildings that has played an important
part in Gloucester’s history for over 900 years. Our Re-formation Project is
bringing Llanthony back to life. The two main buildings dating from the 15th
century have been restored and conserved and are now back in daily use. The
grounds have been landscaped with new paths, benches, trees and planting and
will include an example of a medieval courtyard garden. Special events and
projects over the next few years will establish Llanthony Secunda Priory as a
heritage attraction and cultural venue. The Priory, one of several religious
foundations in Gloucester, existed for 400 years. It owned properties and land
both in Gloucester and the surrounding counties – as far afield as Ireland –
churches, farms, fish weirs, quarries and manor houses. Come in and visit where
canons worked and lived; where royal visitors such as Henry VII came to stay.
Come in and visit where canons worked and lived; where royal visitors such as
Henry VII came to stay on his visits to Gloucester. Imagine how everything
changed after the Dissolution of the Monasteries – the buildings and church
taken down or used as farms and orchards; how the Civil War affected the Priory
and when the industrial revolution took place, the canal was built and it was
surrounded by railway lines and yards. Llanthony rooms, facilities and grounds
are available to hire for your events, community and corporate functions,
including meetings, parties, courses and photographic location shoots. Hire the
Priory It is free to visit Llanthony's grounds, with entrances from the canal
tow path and Llanthony Road. Please check for specific details and times, and
information on where to park. Llanthony relies on the generous support of our
visitors, volunteers and individuals. Become a Friend of the Trust or join our
Volunteer team or donate to help us continue to care for this fascinating place.
