Castle Acre Priory Education Visit

The Priory has a huge amount to see and explore. From the extremely well preserved west front of the great 12th-century church to the remains of the cloister and monks' living quarters, which includes a two-storey, 24-seater toilet block. See below to download our Learning Resources to support your teaching before, during and after your visit. Use our Tour and Explore teachers' guide and student booklet for students to take part in a self-led tour around Castle Acre Priory. Make a full day of your visit by walking through the village to the nearby Castle and Bailey Gate using our illustrated map.

Learning Resource:

• Explore the medieval village of Castle Acre with our self-led trail. You can access your learning resource here: Castle Acre Village Walk for Schools (KS2-KS3)
• Reflect on your visit to Castle Acre Priory with this reflection sheet. You can access your learning resource here: Castle Acre Priory Tour and Explore Reflection Sheet (KS2-KS3)
• Discover the key features and stories at Castle Acre Priory with our self-led activity trail. You can access your learning resource here: Castle Acre Priory Tour and Explore Student Booklet (KS2-KS3)
• Our Teachers' Guide supports our Tour and Explore Activity, helping you get the most out of your visit to Castle Acre Priory. You can access your learning resource here: Castle Acre Priory Tour and Explore Teachers’ Guide (KS2-KS3)