Cumbria, England
Sunday, June 25
Equipment: Canon T50, Kodak Gold ASA 200
Weather conditions: Mostly sunny, 65-70º F
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The proximity of Lanercost Priory to Scotland inevitably had an effect on its fortunes, and it was a target of Scots attacks in retaliation to English raids.
This became acute after the outbreak of the War of Independence. In 1296 the Scottish army encamped at Lanercost after burning Hexham priory and Lambley nunnery.
Edward I made several visits to the priory in the latter part of his reign. In August 1311, Robert Bruce, King of Scotland, came with his army and made it his headquarters for three days.
Read more about Lanercost Priory at Wikipedia.
