The name 'Mottisfont' is probably derived from the Old English motes funta, meaning 'spring near the confluence' or 'spring of the moot' or possibly 'spring of…
From Priory to Abbey
The original building was a priory, founded by William Briwere in 1201. He was a trusted adviser to Richard the Lionheart, King John and…
The original building was a priory, founded by William Briwere in 1201. He was a trusted adviser to Richard the Lionheart, King John and…