The function of Castle Acre Priory

History

In 'Norman England: how did William the Conqueror subdue England?', pupils learnt about the reaction of the Anglo-Saxons to Norman rule and how William consolidated his 1066 victories. In this unit, pupils will learn how their knowledge of Norman England can be applied to a specific historic environment linked to the Normans.

Historic environment (Norman England)

Castle Acre Priory was set up to accommodate a community of monks from the {{ }} order.

What was the main purpose of the prayers offered to God by the monks at Castle Acre Priory?

In addition to its religious function, the work done by monks in the scriptorium meant Castle Acre Priory was also a centre for Christian ...

It manufactured pots and pans and sold them at the local market.

It produced large amounts of food and generated rents.

It drew large groups of tourists in the summer who paid to view the monastery.

It issued fines to local people who failed to attend church.

Why was Castle Acre Priory also an important economic and administrative centre in Norfolk?

The {{ }} of Castle Acre Priory had a lot of political power.

Castle Acre Priory increased {{ }} power and control in Norfolk.

In what style did the Normans build monasteries in England?

Norman monasteries were often decorated with distinctive {{ }} patterns.

multiple arches built next to each other in a row

What does the architectural feature called an 'arcade' look like?

What was built inside Castle Acre Priory to allow more monks to conduct more services and longer periods of worship?

How was the cloister designed for reading and writing?

Which room did the monks use for their studies during the winter months?

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