This rare volume offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of one of the most important religious institutions in medieval England. Compiled in the fourteenth century for the refectory of the House of S Swithun in Winchester, this consuetudinary outlines the customs and practices observed by the monks who lived and worked there. It provides a fascinating insight into the religious and cultural world of the medieval period, and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in Britain. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.