Whalley Abbey was founded by the Cistercians in 1296, and was one of the most important monasteries in England. Visitors today can explore the Abbey ruins set in 12 acres of naturalistic planting confined by medieval walls and the River Calder. The site is owned and managed by the Church of England to provide a centre for retreat with the gardens again helping to draw visitors closer to God.
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Whalley Abbey was founded by the Cistercians in 1296, and was one of the most important monasteries in England. Visitors today can explore the Abbey ruins set in 12 acres of naturalistic planting confined by medieval walls and the River Calder. The site is owned and managed by the Church of England to provide a centre for retreat with the gardens again helping to draw visitors closer to God.
Website:
https://www.whalleyabbey.orgWhalley Abbey,
Whalley,
Lancashire,
BB7 9SS
Directions to Whalley Abbey
From M6 J31, take A59 to Clitheroe. 9m take 2nd exit at r'about for Whalley. After 2m reach village & follow yellow signs. Parking in village car parks or nearby.
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Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Whalley Abbey at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at Whalley Abbey are accessible to wheelchair users.
Whalley Abbey is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.
