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Preceptory at Temple Balsall

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Preceptory at Temple Balsall is one of two preceptories the Albion Guide lists in West Midlands. The nearest railway station is Dorridge, 3.9 km to the west. For more of the same, St Leonard's Priory (Warwickshire) and Kenilworth Abbey are close by.

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