Possible site of 12th century templars preceptory, 'Witham Templars Preceptory', at Witham (EHER 83004)
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Summary
Witham Templars Preceptory (Essex) was founded between 1138-1148 as a grant to the Templars from King Stephen, his wife Matilda and their son, Eustace of Bologne. Before the start of the 13th century it had become administratively merged with the Templar's house at Cressing.
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Location
| Grid reference | TL 8099 1500 (point) Location provided by NRHE data transfer. |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WITHAM, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
Witham Templars Preceptory (Essex) was founded between 1138-1148 as a grant to the Templars from King Stephen, his wife Matilda and their son, Eustace of Bologne. Before the start of the 13th century it had become administratively merged with the Templar's house at Cressing. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX1034 Monograph: Knowles, D. and Hadcock, R.N.. 1971. Medieval Religious Houses (second edition). p.296.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1322510
- National Monuments Record: TL 81 NW 86