*Please check the Cleeve Abbey website for our official opening hours. In Washford lies one of the undiscovered jewels of Somerset, providing an interesting day out for families and budding …
*Please check the Cleeve Abbey website for our official opening hours. In Washford lies one of the undiscovered jewels of Somerset, providing an interesting day out for families and budding historians alike. The Cistercian abbey of Cleeve is a haven of peace and tranquillity, said to contain the finest cloister buildings in England. Visitors today can catch a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago; although the abbey church was destroyed by Henry VIII during the dissolution in 1536, the cloister buildings including the gatehouse, 15th century refectory with its glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles have survived remarkably intact.
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Feb 23, 2025
As with practically every abbey in England, this is a ruin. That said, there are still some rooms that are complete and the abbey on a hole is a beautiful place to visit set in some lovely countrysid…Full review by apophisguard
Sep 9, 2024
Not suitable for disabled or walking difficulties. Although it has both disabled parking and toilets it would be impossible for anyone with, even, minor walking difficulties to explore ANY of the Ab…Full review by philvance2007
Jul 10, 2024
Quiet, evocative Benedictine historic site. Expert and friendly interpretative site. A good capsule history of the dissolution of the monasteries under Henry VIII. Quiet and lots of birds. Recommende…Full review by coyotebanjo
Hello, the guide book says that dogs should be on leads, though access is restricted in some areas, inside the buildings I would expect. You can walk around outside where the church …
Hello, the guide book says that dogs should be on leads, though access is restricted in some areas, inside the buildings I would expect. You can walk around outside where the church used to stand, so there is some opportunity to bring your dog.
Hi I would like to visit Cleeve abbey. I am living in London and am unsure how I would get there. I would be on my own. Would it be wise to stay somewhere for a night? If so where? And how would I get to Cleeve Abbey from the hostel, airbnb, etc?
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If you are visiting Cleeve abbey the White horse in washford is a very nice place to stay we stayed there and it's within walking distance on the abbey.
Hi. How long should I plan to spend at Cleeve Abby? Thanks!
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If you are interested in the architecture and history of the abbey I would suggest probably 45 - 60 minutes inside and maybe 30 - 45 minutes walking around the exterior and looking in the …
If you are interested in the architecture and history of the abbey I would suggest probably 45 - 60 minutes inside and maybe 30 - 45 minutes walking around the exterior and looking in the shop. Cleve Abbey is not a large property but its location and sense of peace may make you want to linger. I spent about 3 hours in total but that was because I sat for a while enjoying the tranquility and the birdsong.
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