Forde Abbey

Somerset

Forde Abbey. Photo © English Heritage photo library.

Forde Abbey is a treasure in an area already known for its outstanding beauty. More than 900 years of history and romance are encapsulated in this elegant former Cistercian monastery and its 30 acres of exquisite award winning gardens, tea room and gift shop

Address: Chard, Somerset, TA20 4LU
Open 2008: The House is now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from 12noon until 4pm (last admission) until the 31of October.
Website: www.fordeabbey.co.uk/pages/index.php

CPRE member offer: 2 for the price of 1 gardens only

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