Bisham Abbey

Bisham Abbey is a medieval estate on the banks of the River Thames in Bisham, England. The stone walls show elements from several centuries, from Gothic windows to later Tudor modifications.

The Knights Templar founded a settlement here in 1260, which passed to the Augustinians in 1337. Henry VIII converted the estate into a Benedictine abbey in 1537 before dissolving it in 1540 and granting it to Thomas Hoby.

The name comes from the Benedictine abbey that once stood here before the property passed into private hands. Today the building serves as a national sports centre where athletes train within the old walls.

The estate sits about 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) south of Marlow and is visible from the Thames riverside road. The surrounding area is suitable for walks along the riverbank with views of the facade.

Lady Elizabeth Hoby is said to walk the rooms as a ghost, washing her hands in a basin out of guilt over her son's death. Athletes occasionally report unexplained cold drafts in certain corridors of the centre.

Location: Bisham

Inception: 16 century

Website: http://bishamabbeynsc.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.55770,-0.77985

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:27