Repton - Old Priory

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Forming part of Repton School, the Old Priory can trace its roots back to the 12th century when Maud, the Countess of Chester, founded an Augustinian Priory on the site of the old castle by transferring the Austin Canons from nearby Calke. The priory was located to the east of the church and, following the dissolution, was largely destroyed by Gilbert Thacker during the reign of Queen Mary. One element of the priory to survive was the guest house and this became the original home of Repton School. When Gilbert Thacker died in 1712, his daughter bequeathed the priory estate to Sir Robert Burdett. The guest house, today known as the Old Priory, was sold in 1557 to the executors of Sir John Port of Etwall.
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Date: 23rd June 2009  Source: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150