Abbey Farmhouse, Montacute

Abbey Farmhouse is a sixteenth century farmhouse in Montacute that incorporates parts of a medieval priory into its structure. The building displays architecture from different periods and preserves these remains in stone.

The original Montacute Priory was founded during the medieval period and existed until it was dissolved during the Reformation. After this time, the gateway and parts of the building were transformed into a dwelling, which still shows these old elements today.

Inside the house you can see a gateway from the medieval period, which reminds you of the time when a monastery stood here. The rooms combine old stone elements with parts added later, so you can see the layers of history even today.

The house sits at the corner of Abbey Lane and the Monarch's Way footpath, where you find traditional walking routes. Access to surrounding areas comes through these established paths, which also lead to Ham Hill Country Park.

The building was created during the time when monasteries in England were being dissolved, and it reused the stones and structures of the former priory. This reuse shows how people in the past adapted available materials and spaces to create new homes.