Wardon Abbey, Medieval Cistercian abbey in Old Warden, England
The remaining section of Wardon Abbey features a first-floor room with Tudor fireplace, oriel window, and decorative oak ceiling overlooking the countryside.
Walter Espec established Wardon Abbey in 1135 as a daughter house to Rievaulx Abbey, creating a new religious community on previously unused land.
The monks of Wardon Abbey developed agricultural practices, including the cultivation of the Warden pear, which later appeared in Shakespeare's literary works.
The Landmark Trust maintains the restored abbey building, making it available for holiday accommodations while preserving its architectural features.
A 14th-century tile pavement discovered during renovations ranks among the finest examples of medieval flooring and is now displayed at Bedford Museum.
Location: Old Warden
Inception: 12 century
Founders: Walter Espec
GPS coordinates: 52.08170,-0.36608
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:43
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