Llanthony Priory’s future secured after National Lottery funding
Llanthony Secunda Priory was taken off Historic England's list of "at risk" buildings in 2018
A former Augustinian priory which was founded in 1136, Llanthony Secunda Priory reopened in 2018 following a £3.2m restoration project, also funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Since, the site has hosted a number of events, including guided tours, art exhibitions and weddings.
The latest funding, which will be awarded over three years, will also help train staff and volunteers, create a new website and ticketing system and improve marketing.
James said the money would help grow awareness of the Priory.
“Thousands and thousands of cars go past on the bypass each day and probably look at the Priory and don’t know too much about it, so that’s something that over time we want to put right,” he said.
Thanking those who helped put the bid together, James said the trust was “thrilled” to receive the funding.
Describing the priory as a “remarkable heritage site”, Stuart McLeod, director England – London & South at The National Lottery Heritage Fund, said it was “committed to helping the heritage sector become adaptive and resilient for the future”.
“Supporting projects like this plays an important role in achieving this,” he added.
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