Name: Abbotsbury Abbey Remains
Rating: 5.0

Abbotsbury Abbey Remains

Market Street, Abbotsbury, Weymouth, Dorset DT3 4JR, UK

1-99 Years

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Abbotsbury Abbey Remains, the pretty Dorset village of Abbotsbury was once home to a great abbey, founded in 1044 by a thegn of King Cnut, and richly endowed. The remains now visible - part of a building which may have been the abbot's lodging - date from the 13th and 14th centuries.

Nearby is the abbey's vast tithe barn, built about 1400, and there are further abbey remains in the churchyard of St Nicholas Church, including two medieval sarcophagi. Within the walled precinct of the abbey, up to 30 black-robed monks followed the orderly routine of work, study and prayer laid down for them in St Benedict’s rule, saying mass for the soul of their founder and for the souls of anyone else generous enough to donate property to the community.

Entry is free. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

The pretty Dorset village of Abbotsbury was once home to a great abbey, founded in 1044 by a thegn of King Cnut, and richly endowed. The remains now visible - part of a building which may have been the abbot's lodging - date from the 13th and 14th centuries.
Nearby is the abbey's vast tithe barn, built about 1400, and there are further abbey remains in the churchyard of St Nicholas Church, including two medieval sarcophagi.

Facilities

Parking: There is a charged car park next to the abbey, not managed by English Heritage. It is off Rodden Row, postcode DT3 4JL.
Food & Drinks: food are available in the centre of the village.
Toilets: Toilets available.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Entry is free.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/abbotsbury-abbey-remains/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open any reasonable time during daylight hours.

Address: Market Street, Abbotsbury, Weymouth, Dorset DT3 4JR, UK

Post Code: DT3 4JR

Council: Dorset

County: Dorset

Road Access: Located in Abbotsbury, off B3157, near the churchyard.
Bus Access: Nearest bus stop is Swan Inn, Abbotsbury, 0.25 mile / 0.4 km from the Site. First Bus X53 runs to Abbotsbury from Weymouth Bus Station, Axminster Station, Lyme Regis and Bridport Bus Station. During the summer months the service is enhanced to hourly from Weymouth and Bridport on weekdays with additional journeys on Bus X52.
Train Access: The nearest station is Upwey 8 miles / 13 km. However for a bus connection to Abbotsbury you are advised to travel by train to Weymouth (9 miles / 15 km). Buses X52 and X53 stop outside Weymouth Station.
Bicycle Access: Find this site on The National Cycle Network.
Parking: There is a charged car park next to the abbey, not managed by English Heritage. It is off Rodden Row, postcode DT3 4JL.