The Chantry House, Towcester
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The Chantry House, Towcester
Image: © Eirian Evans Taken: 18 Jul 2012
This building was originally a chantry for two priests. It is first mentioned in 1460. It was closed during the Reformation in the 16th century. However by 1552 it was back in use, but as a grammar school. It was used as a school and master's house until 1866, when it became a house.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.132081
Longitude
-0.988259