Shrewsbury Abbey, Medieval abbey in Shrewsbury, England.
The red sandstone structure combines Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements, featuring massive stone walls and large arched windows throughout the building.
Roger de Montgomerie, First Earl of Shrewsbury, established this Benedictine monastery in 1083 following the Norman Conquest of England.
The abbey served as the inspiration for Ellis Peters' Brother Cadfael mystery novels, set in the 12th century during the reign of King Stephen.
The abbey opens daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering guided tours that explain the architectural features and historical development of the structure.
The building houses the shrine of Saint Winifred, whose remains were transferred from Wales to Shrewsbury Abbey in 1138.
Location: Shrewsbury
Inception: 11 century
Founders: Roger de Montgomerie, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture
Website: https://shrewsburyabbey.com
GPS coordinates: 52.70750,-2.74417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:02
Severn Bridge Junction
192 m
English Bridge
255 m
Coleham Pumping Station
427 m
Newport House
455 m
United Reformed Church
166 m
Pillar Box Approximately 50 Metres West Of Abbey Church
54 m
The Dun And Cow Public House
241 m
Statue of Viscount Hill in English Bridge Gardens
200 m
The Lion And Pheasant Hotel
356 m
Water Pump At Junction With Bells Vue Road
438 m
Nag's Head Public House
431 m
Shrewsbury Severn Bridge Junction Signal Box
246 m
The Old House
452 m
28 Abbey Foregate
41 m
K6 Telephone Kiosk Adjacent To Abbey
48 m
65-69, Wyle Cop
450 m
71, 72 and 73, Wyle Cop
488 m
Former Nurses' Home
472 m
St Mary's Water Gate
413 m
Doric Column In English Bridge Gardens
217 m
Shrewsbury Abbey (including pulpit)
40 m
Building To Rear Of Nag's Head Public House
426 m
178-182, Abbey Foregate
151 m
Whitehall
417 m
Abbey House
174 m
Remains of Abbey Guest House
74 m
13, Dogpole
491 m
Refectory Pulpit of Shrewsbury Abbey
57 mReviews
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