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Remains of Halesowen Abbey (Halesowen) | Premonstratensians, interesting place, historic landmark, historical building, Grade I Listed (UK), archaeology/history education, historic site, scheduled ancient monument

United Kingdom / England / Halesowen
 Premonstratensians, interesting place, historic landmark, historical building, Grade I Listed (UK), archaeology/history education, historic site, scheduled ancient monument
Halesowen Abbey (also called St Mary’s Abbey) was founded in 1215 by monks of the Premonstratensian Order (originated at Premontre in France) when they were granted the Manor of Hales by King John. As lords of the Manor, the monks held sway over an area of more than 4,000ha (10,000 acres). The dissolution of the monasteries saw the Abbey surrendered to the Crown in 1538. Soon after, the buildings were partly demolished and the site was granted to Sir John Dudley by Henry VIII.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abbey_of_St_Mary,_Halesowen
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Coordinates:   52°26'36"N   2°2'11"W
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