Hailes Abbey
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Photo: Iain Douglas, Macs Adventure
The Abbey was built in 1251 by Henry III as a thanksgiving for having survived a near shipwreck. It was a community of Cistercian monks and became a place of pilgrimage for nearly 300 years. During the dissolution of the monasteries, the Abbey was closed and later dismantled.
A trip advisor "Certificate of Excellence" award winner for 2019 m the Hails Abbey is a worthwhile stop for any History buff. For more information visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hailes-abbey/
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Opening hours vary year on year and can be seasonal. To avoid disappointment please check in advance of your visit for opening hours. Be aware that on UK bank holidays and school holidays standard opening hours may differ.
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