Denny Abbey, Medieval abbey and archaeological site in Waterbeach, England
Located six miles north of Cambridge, Denny Abbey combines preserved medieval structures with an agricultural museum displaying regional farming equipment and artifacts.
Founded in 1159 as a Benedictine monastery, the abbey subsequently housed Knights Templars and Franciscan nuns before its transformation into a farm in 1539.
The abbey grounds include educational displays about medieval architecture, traditional farming methods, and religious life through different historical periods.
Visitors can explore both the ancient abbey structures and the Farmland Museum, which features a shop, cafe, and regular workshops throughout the year.
The site contains architectural elements from three different religious orders, including a Norman doorway and a medieval tiled floor in the nuns' refectory.
Location: Waterbeach
Inception: 12 century
Website: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/denny-abbey-and-the-farmland-museum/, https://www.dennyfarmlandmuseum.org.uk/
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/denny-abbey-and-the-farmland-museum
GPS coordinates: 52.29360,0.18654
Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:42
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