On 12^th June 2025 we enjoyed a group visit to Wenlock Priory which followed on from Will Motley’s talk on 9^th April. We arrived in the morning with time for coffee, exploring the town and lunch before our  visit to the Priory itself. The Museum was interesting and informative and the church and Guildhall also worth visiting.

Whilst the morning was dry, as we headed to the Priory reception, the rain started and lasted for most of our visit. Fortunately, there were trees and a remaining roofed part of the Cloister to shelter under whilst our guide, Susan, gave us an informative and interactive talk about the history of the Priory and remaining stonework. Happily, we were joined by Will Motley who was able to add lots of interesting detail.

The rain eased off a little allowing us to explore the ruins of which the elaborately carved Norman Chapter House was particularly stunning. There was also the lavabo, cloister garden with anthropomorphic topiary, and a collection of Mediaeval to Victorian tiles to admire.

Of course, as our visit ended and we set off home the rain eased and blue sky began to appear!

Debbie Hughes