An introduction provides the historical background to the priory (which was founded c. 1169 by Robert I de Vaux), its patrons and the economy of Gilsland. Detailed information on the making, content, history and transcripts of the cartulary is also provided, as are sections on the marginal coats of arms and drawings and the Barony of Gilsland. The cartulary is in fifteen parts.

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