Countess of Pembroke's first floor chamber in south transept of original church; Norman arch of church crossing with later doorways
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After the suppression of the Templars, the land was granted by Edward III to Mary Chatillon de St Pol (c.1303-1377), widow of Aymer de Valence, Earl of Pembroke. She introduced a community of Poor Clares (Franciscan nuns) and carried out much rebuilding. As she never joined the order herself, she was able to live in some comfort.
Uploaded by Tim on 13 July 2012
