Rushen Abbey, Medieval monastery in Ballasalla, Isle of Man.
Rushen Abbey features stone ruins from medieval times, surrounded by gardens filled with blossom trees and medicinal herbs along the Silverburn River.
King Olaf I established Rushen Abbey in 1101, initially housing Savignac monks before transitioning to Cistercian control in 1147 following the orders' merger.
The Abbey served as the primary center of knowledge on the Isle of Man, where monks documented island history and maintained extensive literary collections.
The site opens Thursday through Monday from 12 PM to 4 PM between March and November, with adult tickets priced at £9 and free entry for children.
As one of the Isle of Man's 26 Dark Sky Discovery Sites, the Abbey grounds provide designated areas with flat surfaces for observing stars.
Location: Ballasalla
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 54.09889,-4.63455
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:45
Castle Rushen
3.1 km
Fairy Bridge
3.1 km
Old House of Keys
3.1 km
Manx Aviation and Military Museum
1.7 km
Hango Hill
2.5 km
Cronk ny Merriu
3.9 km
Hango Broogh
3.3 km
Port Grenaugh
3.9 km
Murray's Motorcycle Museum
3.8 km
New Pier Lighthouse
3.1 km
Irish Quay Lighthouse
3.1 km
Saint Sanctain
3.4 km
Derby Haven
2.9 km
Kirk Arbory
3.1 km
Malew Parish Church
1.3 km
St Mary's Chapel/Old Grammar School
3.1 km
Saint Mary’s on the Harbour
2.9 km
The Witches Mill and attached building (part of Mill Court)
3.2 km
Saint Mary the Virgin
139 m
2 Parliament Square
3.1 km
The Isle of Man Bank, The Parade
3.1 km
Castletown Library
3.2 km
The Old Lifeboat House, The Quay
3.1 km
Nautical Museum
3 km
Water Tower Ballasalla
488 m
Castletown War Memorial
3.1 km
Santon Burn
2 km
Royal British Legion Hall, Janet's Corner
2.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes