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Filename: 33576_025.jpg

Size: 7360 x 4912 (8.4MB)

Date: 30th June 2022

Source: Historic England

Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5

Source: Historic England Archive

Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/

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Grace Dieu Priory 33576_025

The remains of Grace Dieu Priory, an Augustinian Nunnery founded c.1239 and later a mansion but largely demolished in 1696, Leicestershire, 2018

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Earthwork Medieval Nunnery Priory Ruin Tudor Augustinian


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This aerial photograph captures the haunting beauty of Grace Dieu Priory, a place steeped in history and mystery. The remnants of this once majestic Augustinian Nunnery, founded around 1239, stand as silent witnesses to centuries gone by. Damian Grady's masterful lens has immortalized the essence of this medieval priory, showcasing its ethereal charm against the backdrop of Leicestershire's picturesque landscape. The image reveals an intriguing blend of ruins and earthworks that tell tales of both devotion and destruction. Once a thriving religious community for devout nuns, Grace Dieu Priory later transformed into a grand mansion before meeting its tragic fate with extensive demolition in 1696. Yet even in its dilapidated state, the priory exudes an undeniable aura of grace and resilience. Every detail captured by Grady's lens invites us to explore the intricate architecture that once adorned these hallowed grounds. We can almost envision the cloistered courtyards where prayers were whispered and contemplation sought. The Tudor influences are evident in the remaining structures, providing glimpses into an era long past. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Historic England, we are transported back through time to witness the rise and fall of Grace Dieu Priory. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in ruinous decay, there is still beauty to be found – a testament to human ingenuity and endurance amidst changing tides.

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