Cammeringham Priory facts for kids
Cammeringham Priory was a special kind of monastery called a priory, located in Cammeringham, Lincolnshire, England. It was a religious house where monks lived and prayed many centuries ago.
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What Was Cammeringham Priory?
This priory was first given to a French abbey called L'Essay, located in Lessay, France, around the year 1126. This gift came from Robert de Haya and his wife Muriel. However, it was also given to another French abbey, Blanchelande, in Normandy. This led to a disagreement between the two abbeys.
The Dispute Over Ownership
The argument over who owned Cammeringham Priory was settled in 1192. William, the Bishop of Coutances, decided that Blanchelande Abbey would be the owner. This meant the priory was linked to a religious order called the Premonstratensians.
Priories in Lincolnshire
During the Middle Ages, Lincolnshire was a very busy part of England. It had many religious houses. There were at least nine Premonstratensian priories in the county.
Other Premonstratensian Houses
Besides Cammeringham Priory, some of the other Premonstratensian houses in Lincolnshire included:
- Barlings Abbey
- Hagnaby Abbey
- Newbo Abbey
- Newsham Abbey
- Orford Priory (for women)
- Stixwould Priory
- Tupholme Abbey
- West Ravendale Priory
Changes in Ownership
Over time, the ownership of Cammeringham Priory changed hands several times.
From Nobles to the King
First, a noblewoman named Alice, Countess of Lancaster, had rights over the priory. She then passed these rights to Hugh le Despenser in 1325. Soon after, the priory's rights went back to the King of England.
Sale to Hulton Abbey
Later, in 1396, the abbot (leader) of Blanchelande Abbey sold all its rights in Cammeringham Priory. These rights were sold to the abbot of Hulton Abbey, a Cistercian monastery in Staffordshire.
The Dissolution of Monasteries
During the time known as the Dissolution of the Monasteries, King Henry VIII closed many religious houses in England. Cammeringham Priory was given to a person named Robert Tyrwhitt at this time.
What Remains Today?
Today, you can still find a hint of the priory's past. Cammeringham Manor House was built around 1730. It still has the old cellars of the priory, which are now blocked up. However, you can't see any parts of the original priory above ground.
