The
great red sandstone Priory church is all that remains of the
nunnery and subsequent monastry. But it is remarkable for its
three naves, all of different periods, Norman, Early English
and Decorated. It also contains the towns ducking stool last
used in 1809 for punishing 'common scolds'
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John
Abel was the Kings carpenter during the civil war and Grange
Court is the finest surviving example of his work. Approached
by a lane at the east end of Corn Square, it is a half timbered
building of intricate artistry. Now supported on solid masonry
it originally stood on huge wooden pillars and was built
in 1633 for the use of the town's corporation.
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