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The Friars - Aylesford Priory

In or near Aylesford.

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The Friars - Aylesford Priory — abbey in england london.

The Great Courtyard at Aylesford Priory - geograph.org.uk - 5050264

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Aylesford · 0.4 km

About

The Friars - Aylesford Priory is a abbey located in england london. A British monastery, priory or abbey ruin recorded in OpenStreetMap.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Wouldham to Detling Escarpment SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Friars - Aylesford Priory is an abbey located in London. It serves as a working monastery for the Order of Carmelites. The site features traditional monastic architecture and tranquil gardens, providing a serene atmosphere for visitors. The priory also hosts various events and retreats throughout the year.

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Coordinates
51.3032, 0.4716
County
Kent
Parish
Aylesford
Postcode
ME20 7BX
Parliamentary constituency
Chatham and Aylesford
Established
1201
Nearest railway station
Aylesford — 0.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Friars - Aylesford Priory?
The Friars - Aylesford Priory is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME20 7BX), in the parish of Aylesford.
What is The Friars - Aylesford Priory?
The Friars - Aylesford Priory — abbey in england london.
How do I get to The Friars - Aylesford Priory?
The nearest railway station is Aylesford, about 0.4 km away. The nearest town is Aylesford. Drivers can use postcode ME20 7BX.
When was The Friars - Aylesford Priory built?
Built or established in 1201.
Is The Friars - Aylesford Priory a protected site?
Yes — The Friars - Aylesford Priory is part of the Wouldham to Detling Escarpment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to The Friars - Aylesford Priory?
The nearest railway station is Aylesford, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME20 7BX.