Yenston Priory

Yenston Priory was a Benedictine priory in Henstridge, Somerset, England.

It was a cell of the Abbey of Sever in Normandy, France. It was founded by Hugh d'Avranches, 1st Earl of Chester, who died around 1100 and was also known as Hugh Abrincus,[1] and Hugh Lupus.[2] Around 1468 it was granted to Eton College. After the dissolution of the monasteries the land was held by Sir Thomas Bell.[1]

Stone from the priory was used to build Monmouth House in the village, and traces of its buildings may remain in the outhouses.[3]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Benedictine priory, Yenston". Somerset Historic Environment Record. Somerset County Council. Retrieved 26 September 2010.
  2. ↑ "Henstridge - Herringby', A Topographical Dictionary of England". British History Online. 1848. pp. 482–491. Retrieved 26 September 2010.
  3. ↑ "Monmouth House, Henstridge". British Listed Buildings. Retrieved 26 September 2010.

Coordinates: 50°59′19″N 2°24′39″W / 50.9887°N 2.4107°W