TOUR The Lost Priory of the Medieval Order of St John

TOUR The Lost Priory of the Medieval Order of St John

Visit the remarkable 12th-century crypt to discover the 400-year story of a vast and prosperous Priory established by the Order of St John.

By Museum of the Order of St John

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Location

Museum of the Order of St John

St John's Gate 26 St John's Lane London EC1M 4DA United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Just beyond the walls of the ancient City of London, the Order’s Priory was a vast and prosperous estate established as the English headquarters of the religious military order known as the Knights Hospitaller. This tour will take you into the church and underground to the remarkable twelfth-century crypt where you will uncover the history of the Order of St John from its origins in Jerusalem through to its dissolution at the hands of King Henry VIII.

This tour does not include the historic rooms upstairs at St John's Gate. If you would like to visit them, please also book onto one of our other guided tours.

Tours will last 45 minutes.

A large part of this tour will take place outside so please dress appropriately for the weather.

For details of the accessibility of the site please see details at the link below, and contact the Museum to discuss your specific needs.

https://museumstjohn.org.uk/planning-your-visit/access/

Frequently asked questions

What is your refund policy?

Refunds can only be offered in the unlikely event that the tour is cancelled by the Museum. Refunds are always made to the original payment method.

Is it suitable for children?

Under18's can go free on a tour with a paying adult; however the tours are aimed at adults and are not recommended for children under 11.

Organised by

The Museum of the Order of St John tells the unique story of an ancient religious military Order, from its origins caring for sick pilgrims in eleventh century Jerusalem, through to its modern-day role with St John Ambulance, the international first aid charity. 

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