Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse

Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse is a late medieval gatehouse built in the Perpendicular Gothic style with fine stonework details. Its structure includes a prominent oriel window and shows the craftsmanship typical of monastery construction in that period.

The building was constructed in the late 15th century and survived the dissolution of the monastery in 1537. Richard Williams acquired the monastery grounds afterwards, and the ruins became part of the local landscape in the centuries that followed.

The gatehouse displays features of Benedictine monastery design that are still visible in its stonework today. Visitors can see how monks used such an entrance to protect and manage access to their religious community.

The gatehouse is located on the grounds of Abbey College and is only open on certain days. Visitors should check in advance when access is possible, as the building sits within a private school grounds.

Part of the original structure was dismantled and transported to Hinchingbrooke House, where it still exists today. This means the original building can be seen in two different locations now.

Location: Ramsey

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/ramsey-abbey-gatehouse

GPS coordinates: 52.44837,-0.10301

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03