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began an excavation of the site in 1972. His work was completed by Miriam Clyne after
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The priory is divided into two parts, an inner monastic precinct alongside the river and a large outer enclosure to the south. The latter was built in the fifteenth century and was referred to as Villa
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for 17 days. This caused great scandal and on his release, the Bishop successfully prosecuted the heretics. Alice
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and might have served as a safe place for people and their animal residing in the neighbouring houses. Actual function of the villa remains uncertain.
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of Kells Priory finally took place in March 1540 and the church and property were surrendered to
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