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Augustinian Friary
Hob Uid: 534932
Location : York Non Civil Parish
Grid Ref : SE6010051950
Summary : The Augustinian friars were in York by 1272, and purchased 7 houses where they built their friary. Grants of additional land were made in 1289 and between 1314-82. The house was renowned for its library of books on philosophy, theology, and other subjects, including music. The friary surrendered in 1538. Inhumations thought to belong to the friary were found in the Lendal in 1975.
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Source Number : 1
Source : Medieval religious houses in England and Wales
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Monument Period Name : Medieval
Display Date : Extant
Monument End Date : 1538
Monument Start Date : 1272
Monument Type : Augustinian Friary, Cemetery
Evidence : Sub Surface Deposit

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External Cross Reference Source : NBR Index Number
External Cross Reference Number : 60252
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External Cross Reference Number : SE 65 SW 351
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