Lancaster Priory & Parish Church
Type: Abbey / Priory
Lancaster Priory & Parish Church
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1YZ
Tel: 01524 65338
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The 15th Century Priory and Parish Church of Lancaster standing by the Castle on the hill, overlooking the city, is built on the site of a priory which was founded in 1094.
The interior is mostly medieval but has 13 centuries of history, evident from traces of a Saxon church, such as the Saxon doorway with Anglican cross fragments, 14th Century choir stalls, superb tapestries, and King's Own Memorial Chapel with historical regimental standards and battle honours.
The present building holds Viking ornaments, crusaders' coffins and part of Jacobean 'three-decker' pulpit. The Memorial Chapel holds arguably the most complete collection of Regimental Colours in the country.
The refectory offers light refreshments. Guided tours are available by arrangement. Open Monday - Saturday 10am-4.30pm (During winter they may be closed for lunch)
There is no admission charge, although donations are welcomed.
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