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28 de abr. de 2024 · 8. Merton Abbey Mills. Merton Abbey Mills takes its name from the Merton Priory which was one of the most important monasteries of the middle ages. The Priory was founded in 1114 and stood on this site until 1538. By 1600 many textile mills had been built here next to the River Wandle.
27 de abr. de 2024 · The Pickle flows between Sainsbury’s and the Priory Retail Park, and is shown in red on the map below. This is a great spot for catching barbel, chub, roach, and big gudgeon. It is believed that the Pickle is the original course of the river Wandle, as it aligns with the wall of Merton Priory, which dates back to the 12th century.
14 de abr. de 2024 · Merton Priory, founded in 1114 by Gilbert Norman, Sheriff of Surrey under Henry I, was colonised by canons of the Augustinian Priory at Huntingdon. It became an important centre of learning, attracting such distinguised pupils as Nicholas Breakspeare (later Adrian IV, the first English Pope) in 1125, and Thomas Becket in 1130.
16 de abr. de 2024 · Merton Priory Trust is a Charity managing the Chapter House at Merton Priory. The Chapter House museum and events space contains the archaeological remains of the chapter house itself and other artefacts from Merton Priory and the historic industries at Merton Abbey.
Hace 2 días · The River Wandle is a tributary of the River Thames, and one of the only rivers in London that remains almost entirely above ground. Explore below to find out what the Wandle Valley offers visitors and residents.
Hace 4 días · As the political climate became increasingly hostile, Hubert decided to seek sanctuary in Merton Priory, but Henry had him arrested and imprisoned in the Tower of London. Des Roches took over the King's government, backed by the Poitevin baronial faction in England, who saw this as a chance to take back lands that had been seized and given to Hubert's followers over the previous decades.
20 de abr. de 2024 · The Merton Priory Trust is a company limited by guarantee and registered in England. Company Registration No.3525361. Charity Registration No. 1071445.
