The Abbot's Fish House

The rectangular stone structure features multiple rooms dedicated to fish processing, with Blue Lias stone walls and specialized storage areas for preservation techniques.

Built between 1322 and 1335, the fish house served Glastonbury Abbey as a central facility for managing fish resources from nearby Meare Pool and River Brue.

The building demonstrates medieval monastic practices of fish farming and preservation, which were essential for sustaining religious communities throughout fasting periods.

Visitors need to obtain access keys from Manor House Farm and should note that parking is restricted to designated areas near the farm house.

This structure stands as the single remaining monastic fishery building in England, featuring original elements of medieval fish processing and storage systems.

Location: England

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Part of: The Abbot's Fish House and fishponds

Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/meare-fish-house

GPS coordinates: 51.17180,-2.77600

Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:06