Forde Abbey, Cistercian monastery ruins in Dorset, England
The Forde Abbey estate extends across 1,600 acres, containing both a preserved monastic house and extensive formal gardens with water features.
Established between 1133 and 1136 by Richard de Brioniis, the monastery grew to manage over 30,000 acres of land by the 14th century.
The interior houses the Mortlake tapestries, based on Raphael cartoons, which represent medieval craftsmanship and artistic achievements of their time.
The abbey opens to visitors from February through winter, offering guided tours, a plant nursery, and opportunities to explore the 30-acre gardens.
The Centenary Fountain, installed in 2005, generates the highest-powered jet of water among all fountains in England.
Location: Dorset
Phone: +441460220231
Email: Info@fordeabbey.co.uk
Website: https://fordeabbey.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.84271,-2.91139
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:27
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