Venue Description

Monastic visitors, pilgrims and other travellers having just crossed the Bay Sands for the first time would have gazed in awe at the sight of Cartmel Priory as it nestled in the shelter of the wooded valley below. The first view in the 12th century would have been different from that of today. The three Bay Nave was not yet built but the domestic buildings on the south side would have been a welcome sight for travellers. The founding Marshal family were very much in evidence. By the late thirteenth century the estate had passed into the hands of the Harrington family. Most of the records were lost following the dissolution of the monastery in 1537. The Preston family acquired the Priory c.1620 and commenced a major restoration programme. Over the years the Priory Church has evolved in to what you see today and will continue to evolve as it continues to thrive as a living church.

Accessibility

Double entrance doors , although not having push pad activation , there are always staff on duty who can assist . The priory floor although old and fairly uneven is easily traversed by wheelchair , we have wheelchair ramps available for access to areas with steps.

Toilets

Disabled access toilets are about 300 yards away in the car park at Cartmel racecourse

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Dogs can be exercised at Cartmel racecourse around 300 yards away from the church

Other assistance dog facilities

Water bowl for dogs is available outside the main door