Aylesford Priory Houses
Set in the heart of Kent, England, The Friars - Aylesford Priory - is an ancient religious house of the Order of Carmelites dating back to the 13th Century. Over the centuries and now today The Friars has become for thousands of visitors and friends.
When the friars returned to Aylesford in 1949 it was never with the intention that it should become a place of pilgrimage. However, as soon as we arrived home, so the people began to come to pray and to help with the enormous task of rebuilding and restoring the Priory. Today many thousands come on organised pilgrimages or alone, some for a time of retreat or relaxation, some for meetings or conferences. Some simply wander in from the road and are taken into the unique atmosphere of prayer and hospitality which is The Friars.
Over 250,000 pilgrims a year make their way to Aylesford. Some as part of organised pilgrimages, some on a parish visit, others come on school trips or fellowship or hobby clubs.
Attraction Details
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AddressThe Friars, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7BX
Opening times9am - Dusk
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
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Church Barn - Le
Church Barn - Le Grande is a holiday home situated in Aylesford, 47 km from London. The property is 42 km from Canterbury and free private parking is provided..
Larkfield Priory Hotel
Just 5 miles from Maidstone, Larkfield Priory Hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. With an on-site restaurant, the hotel is within 1 mile of East and West Malling Railway Stations..
The Aviary B&B
Situated 3 miles from Maidstone, The Aviary B&B features private off-road parking, free Wi-Fi and a garden visited by a variety of wild garden birds..
Premier Inn Maidstone -
Off junction 6 of the M20 motorway, with a riverside location about 400 metres from the Museum of Kent Life, this hotel has comfortable, great-value en suite rooms and free parking..
Village Hotel Maidstone
Village Hotel Maidstone is just 100 metres from the River Medway. It is also just 5 minutes drive from Maidstones centre, with direct access to the M20 motorway. With free WiFi and free parking, the property offers extensive leisure facilities.
Lower Bell
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Lower Bell offers accommodation in Aylesford, 48 km from London. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.
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