This
is the site of the Conventual
Franciscans of Great Britain and
Ireland. We are a Roman Catholic
Religious Order founded by St.
Francis of Assisi on 16th April
1209. Our rule was approved by
Pope Honorius on 29th November
1223. Our official title is the
Order of Friars Minor Conventual. We have been present
in England, under the name
Greyfriars since 1224.On this
site, you will find inspiring
information on the life and
ministry of the Greyfriars. You
will be introduced to our
history, heritage and
spirituality You will also be
able to read about some of the
leading figures of our family.
As you continue your visit, you
will be introduced to all the
major sites of the Conventual
Franciscans and to other
significant Franciscan sites
that might be of interest to
you. We hope you will enjoy
reading about our apostolate and
about the passionate and
challenging lives of the
Greyfriars.
