HM The Queen has graciously agreed to the Courtyard between the Tithe Barn and the Priory Centre at St Mary’s Priory being named “The Prince of Wales’ Courtyard”.
The Prince of Wales has a long association with the site, having been Patron of St Mary’s Priory Development Trust for nearly 18 years. His Royal Highness opened the newly built Priory Centre in 2000 and the re-furbished Tithe Barn in 2008. HRH last visited the Priory in July 2016 for the Dedication of the new Jesse Window.
Welcoming the news, a delighted, Sir Trefor Morris, Chairman of the Development Trust pointed out that,
”The Courtyard has gone through an amazing transformation during the last 18 years from muddy Car Park to tree lined public square which houses the annual Food Festival and other community events.”
Tithe Barn Abergavenny 