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Edinburgh, Leith, St Anthony's Preceptory

Friary (medieval), Hospital (medieval), Preceptory (medieval)

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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Edinburgh, Leith, St Anthony's Preceptory as Friary (medieval), Hospital (medieval), Preceptory (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
St Anthony's Preceptory in Leith was a medieval hospital and religious house associated with the Order of Saint Anthony, founded to care for those suffering from leprosy and other illnesses. The site reflects a tradition of Christian charity and pilgrimage linked to St Anthony, who is venerated in Catholic tradition for his healing miracles and care for the sick.

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