We all know the most imposing structures that remind us of London’s medieval grandeur—Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Jewel Tower, Winchester Palace. But there are so many other great buildings we have lost—churches, forts, and townhouses—that have equally fascinating histories to the ones that survived. Among the lost treasures of this city’s architectural heritage…
Tucked away in the quiet district of Abbey Wood in southeast London, the ruins of Lesnes Abbey offer a glimpse into the religious, social, and political landscape of medieval England. Once a thriving centre of monastic life, the abbey now stands as a reminder of the country’s shifting tides in history—from its founding in 1178…
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