This star Norfolk attraction is one of England's most extensive and best-preserved monastic sites. Dating to 1090, it was home to the first Cluniac order of monks in England. There's a lot to explore here, including the beautiful west-end church gable and substantial remains of many of the buildings around the cloister. The recreated herb garden showcases what the monks would have used for medicinal, culinary and decorative purposes. English Heritage owns the site.

Adie

August 20, 2022

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Castle Acre Priory is one of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England, dating back to 1090.

Highly recommend a visit.

Neil Sneade

August 4, 2024

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Impressive remains but only viewable from a distance unless you're an English Heritage member or pay the entrance fee.

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1. Castle Acre Priory – View of Castle Acre Priory loop from West Acre

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2. Castle Acre Priory – View of Castle Acre Priory loop from Castle Acre

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3. View of Castle Acre Priory loop from Castle Acre

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Elevation 80 m

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www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/castle-acre-castle-acre-priory/

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Location: Castle Acre, King'S Lynn And West Norfolk, Norfolk, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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Castle Acre Priory

1. Castle Acre Priory – View of Castle Acre Priory loop from West Acre

2. Castle Acre Priory – View of Castle Acre Priory loop from Castle Acre

3. View of Castle Acre Priory loop from Castle Acre

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