Monument record 6753 - Monks Park
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Summary
Monks Park was the property of St Andrews Priory in the medieval period comprising eight acres of grazing land. It was acquired by Francis Crane in 1630.
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Full Description
{1} Monks Park possibly dates from C12th; first mentioned in inventory of lands of St Andrew's Priory; St Andrew's owned substantial lands in and around Northampton including eight acres of grazing ground forming Monks Park.
{2} Mentions Monks Park as part of lands of St Andrew's priory drawn up in 1537; site and lands of monastery were sold in 1550 to Sir Thomas Smyth of Theydon Mount in Essex; later to Sir Frances Crane.
<1> Bailey B.A., 1981, Monks Park, Northampton: The Story of A Town Property, p.291 (unchecked) (Article). SNN3299.
<2> 1537, DISSOLUTION DEED OF ST ANDREW'S PRIORY, (unchecked) (Document). SNN2673.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 77019 61310 (359m by 742m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 30 2025 2:48PM
