Blythburgh Priory was a medieval monastic house of Augustinian canons, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, located in the village of Blythburgh in Suffolk, England. Founded in the early 12th century, it was among the first Augustinian houses in England and began as a cell of St Osyth's Priory in Essex.
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Hidden gem. A truly spectacular piece of architecture. The church was mentioned in the doomsday book 1086 and there has been a church here since 630AD. The oldest part of the current church goes back to the early 14C while much retains 15C architecture. Particularly of note are the Angel Roof, 15C carved pew ends, the font dating from 1450 and rare fragments of medieval...
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What a peaceful amazing church this is. Lovely little village also often take my hound over here for a Sunday stroll. Any one into hierarchy and wildlife or history of Suffolk there is a lot around...
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Actually, this carving is in Blythburgh Church not the Priory next door which is not open...
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