Aylesford Priory Christmas 2024 Olympics. Aylesford priory or 'the friars' is the home to a small community of carmelite friars, who first came here in 1242. Also known simply at the friars, aylesford priory in kent is one of the ancient houses of the carmelite order, and a major place of pilgrimage.

The priory is home to an order of carmelite friars, originally found in 1246. Come and join us for christmas lunch in the pilgrims’ hall with our beautiful festive setting and roaring fire.