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Part of the former Dunstable Priory, originally founded by Henry I. The Priory was home to an order of ‘Black Canons’ who ruled the town. They...
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possessed power of life and death, had their own priory gaol and sat as judges with the king's justices. Many people were tired on a variety of crimes, including witchcraft. The Canons became very unpopular.
Subjects: History, Geography, RE
Key Stages: KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, KS4+ Learning Groups: Teachers, Parents, Pupils, Others |
