Grey Friar’s Chapel
Grey Friar’s Chapel
Grey Friar’s Chapel is the 13-15th century tower of Kings Lynn’s Franciscan friary. It is one of only three surviving Franciscan monastery towers in England and is considered to be the finest.
The tower is informally referred to as 'the leaning tower of Lynn' as it leans dramatically to the west. At its worst, the lean was 67.5 centimetres - which given its height of more than 28 metres is just over 1 degree.
The tower was featured in the first series of the BBC programme 'Restoration' and won its regional heat.
Venue Category:
Religious Buildings
Activities provided:
Archaeology
Observing
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Citizenship
Design
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Chapel Street
Kings Lynn
Norfolk
PE30 9SG