Lancaster Priory & Parish Church

The 15thC Priory and Parish Church of Lancaster standing by the Castle on the hill overlooking the city is built on the site of a priory which was founded in 1094.

The interior is mostly medieval but has 13 centuries of history including traces of a Saxon church including a Saxon doorway with Anglican cross fragments; 14thC choir stalls; superb tapestries; and King's Own Memorial Chapel with historical Regimental Standards and battle honours.

The present building holds Viking ornaments, crusaders' coffins and part of Jacobean 'three-decker' pulpit. In the Memorial Chapel there is probably the most complete collection of Regimental Colours in the country.

The Refectory offers light refreshments. Guided tours are available by arrangement. Open Monday - Saturday 10am-4.30pm (During winter they may be closed for lunch)

There is no admission charge, although donations are welcomed

Opening Times

Opening 01/01/2007 - 01/01/2010

Monday 10:00 - 16:30

Tuesday 10:00 - 16:30

Wednesday 10:00 - 16:30

Thursday 10:00 - 16:30

Friday 10:00 - 16:30

Saturday 10:00 - 16:30

Sunday 10:00 - 16:30

Bank Holiday 10:00 - 16:30

Tickets Information

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

Leave M6 at jct 33 or 34 and follow the signs for Lancaster city centre. Once in the city centre follow the signs to Castle and Priory Church.

Public Transport Directions

Situated directly behind the railway station and five minutes' walk from the city centre bus station.