Lewes Priory

Lewes Priory was a medieval monastery established in the 11th century near Lewes, England. It was a religious community where monks dedicated their lives to prayer, study, and communal living under the Benedictine tradition. The priory played an important role in local religion and economy, receiving land and donations. Over centuries, it expanded, but was dissolved in 1537 during the English Reformation, leading to its decline and dissolution. Today, visitors can see the remaining ruins, which offer insight into medieval monastic life and architecture. The site is a scheduled historic monument and an important part of England’s religious history.