THE KNIGHTS OF LAZARUS

IN NORFOLK

Chosely / Choseley

A smaller leper hospital tied to the Order

The Knights of Saint Lazarus, a medieval military order dedicated to caring for lepers and supporting the Christian faith, did have a presence in Yorkshire. While not as extensive as the Knights Templar or Hospitallers, at least one preceptory (a monastery or house of the order) is known to have existed in the region.

Lazar Hill

Westwade

Wymondham -

William de Albini, before 1146, gifted to the order at Burton Lazars, six score acres of land, upon which they built a cell, in which resided a master and two to three Brothers of the order.

KNIGHTS OF LAZARUS FIGURES IN NORFOLK

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CHOSELEY - NORFOLK

Richard (Preceptor) - 1378