St. John's Abbey, Medieval Benedictine abbey ruins in Colchester, England.
The stone gatehouse and sections of precinct walls remain standing from the original abbey complex constructed in flushwork architectural style.
Founded in 1095 by Eudo Dapifer following his claimed witness of a miracle at St John's Church, the abbey operated until its dissolution in 1539.
The monastery contained precious religious artifacts, including a vial of blood from St Thomas Becket, drawing pilgrims seeking miraculous healing.
The exterior sections of St John's Abbey Gate are accessible during daylight hours, with paid parking facilities available at nearby Napier Road North.
Archaeological excavations in 2010 revealed that the abbey church foundations were more extensive than previously documented by historical records.
Location: Colchester
Inception: 1095
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-johns-abbey-gate
GPS coordinates: 51.88550,0.90130
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:36
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