Castle Acre Priory01760 755394workAbbeyAMAZING ARCHITECTURE The dramatic and beautiful West Front was designed to emphasise the importance of the priory and it still impresses visitors today. Walk the ruins of the church including the Cloister and Chapter House before entering the Prior’s Lodgings and exploring the rooms inside.
PERFECT FOR A PICNIC Enjoy the wonderful grounds as you pick your perfect picnic bench spot to stop for a bite with the gorgeous views of Castle Acre Priory for company. Let little ones run around and let off steam as there’s plenty of room in the grounds!
INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION Visit the stonework display in the Prior’s Lodgings and find out how churches were made in Norman times. Challenge yourself to have a go at the interactive exhibition to see if you have what it takes to be a medieval builder.
FAMILY TRAIL Grab a trail leaflet and meet Brother Odo as he helps guide you round Castle Acre Priory then out into the village to explore the Bailey Gate and Castle Acre Castle, both English Heritage free sites. Castle Acre was an important medieval village and this trail helps you imagine all the different jobs people did back then – whether they worked, fought or prayed. Stocks Green, Castle AcreKing's LynnNorfolkPE32 2XDUnited Kingdom52.7014290000000.682515000000http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/castleacrepriory
Castle Acre Priory
Abbey
VAQAS
Castle Acre Priory
In light of COVID-19, please make sure you check with your travel and accommodation providers before travelling.
Details
AMAZING ARCHITECTURE The dramatic and beautiful West Front was designed to emphasise the importance of the priory and it still impresses visitors today. Walk the ruins of the church including the Cloister and Chapter House before entering the Prior’s Lodgings and exploring the rooms inside.
PERFECT FOR A PICNIC Enjoy the wonderful grounds as you pick your perfect picnic bench spot to stop for a bite with the gorgeous views of Castle Acre Priory for company. Let little ones run around and let off steam as there’s plenty of room in the grounds!
INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION Visit the stonework display in the Prior’s Lodgings and find out how churches were made in Norman times. Challenge yourself to have a go at the interactive exhibition to see if you have what it takes to be a medieval builder.
FAMILY TRAIL Grab a trail leaflet and meet Brother Odo as he helps guide you round Castle Acre Priory then out into the village to explore the Bailey Gate and Castle Acre Castle, both English Heritage free sites. Castle Acre was an important medieval village and this trail helps you imagine all the different jobs people did back then – whether they worked, fought or prayed.
By Public Transport: From King's Lynn station it is 20 miles to Castle Acre Priory. Take either X1, 12A or 32 from the station. 48 or 68 minute journey plus 5 minute walk.