THERE is an opportunity for the public to walk in the footsteps of the nuns of Marrick Priory in Swaledale later this month, and to find out more about its history and present day incarnation as an outdoor education centre for young people.
Originally founded in 1154, the building was a Benedictine nunnery until its dissolution in 1540 by Henry VIII. In the following centuries parts of the building were used as a parish church before standing derelict until reopening its doors in 1970 to host residential adventures for young people from across Yorkshire and the North East.
From archery and climbing to abseiling and zipwire over the River Swale, the participants have a chance to learn life skills that will stay with them for ever.
Scouts using the climbing wall at Marrick Priory
Throughout the year, the priory staff host heritage tours and fundraising lunches which are open to the general public to raise money for the Priory's bursary fund which supports visiting young people from families experiencing financial hardship.
The next heritage tour days will be on Wednesday, August 24, and Friday, September 2, from 10am to 3.30pm. Parking will be available on site. To find out more, go to marrickpriory.co.uk.
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