Rufford Abbey, 12th-century Cistercian abbey in Rufford, England
The remains of Rufford Abbey include a west cloister range and vaulted chambers within a 150-acre parkland containing gardens and woodlands.
Founded in 1147 by Gilbert de Gant, the abbey transformed into a country house after King Henry VIII's dissolution of monasteries in 1536.
The abbey grounds feature Grade I listed buildings, scheduled monuments, and architectural elements from both medieval monastery and Tudor mansion periods.
The site offers partial wheelchair access to the undercroft, parking facilities, a café, restaurants, shops, and children's play areas within the country park.
Five ice houses were constructed around 1820 on the estate grounds, with only two structures remaining in the present day.
Location: Rufford
Inception: 12 century
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/rufford-abbey
GPS coordinates: 53.17594,-1.03655
Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:24
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