Manorialism

Emma McGirl, Lily Gold-Parker

Manorialism

The Manor was the Lord’s estate

One or more villageLord lived in the manor

houseMost population was

PeasantsPeasants were known as serfsLack of trade led to

Manorialism

The Manor: An Economic System

Mutual Rights and Obligations

farmed the Lord’s landhad little use of moneyguarenteed housing,

food and landcannot be forced off

the manor

Lords and Peasants

Manor houseHuts/ CottagesA churchA millFields Forests and WastelandsPasture

The Manor: Layout

Produced everything needed

No schoolingNever left far from

the villageNo information of the

outside world

A Self-Sufficient world

Few rightsWorked long hoursChildren had small

jobsHunger was

commonRarely lived past

35Diseases

Peasant Life: Harsh Life

Black BreadVegetables such as

Cabbage, turnips and onions

Rarely ate meatFisherman ate fish If they poached there

were harsh consequences

Peasant Life: Diet

Rarely celebratedWeek off for Christmas and EasterFeasts held Dancing Rough Sports including: Wrestling

and Ball games

Peasant Life: Celebrations

Charged fees to use the mill, and the oven

Claim taxesHad judicial powerCould claim peasant’s landRequired to provide protection

Rights of the Lord