FREE Heritage open day - The Rise and Fall of Waverley Abbey

the history of the site from its foundation to the present day, identifies the buildings still standing and the life of the Abbey during its rise and fall.

Price: £0.00 (Adults £0.00 / Children £0.00 )

The Rise and Fall of Waverley Abbey

Waverley Lane (B3001), Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8EP

A guided tour of the ruins of Waverley Abbey with guide Roy Waight

Meet in the abbey car park off Waverley Lane (B3001), GU9 8EP. Each tour approx. 90 minutes. The tour describes the history of the site from its foundation to the present day, identifies the buildings still standing and the life of the Abbey during its rise and fall.

This is a hauntingly atmospheric and peaceful place hidden in river meadows, the first Cistercian abbey to be established in England, founded in 1128. It was suppressed by Henry VIII in 1536 as part of the Dissolution.

The ruins are in the care of English Heritage and open to the public.

Opening Times

Sunday 22 September: Tours at 09.00 & 11.00

Booking Details

No booking required

Access

Length of walk half mile approx. The terrain is the rough footpaths and grassy surrounds of the Abbey. Sturdy footwear recommended, not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs.

Additional Information

Each tour lasts about 90 minutes. No advance booking required.
farnhamsociety.org.uk/whats-happening/heritage-open-days/
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/#?Place=Waverley%20Abbey

Directions

Meet in the car park by the gate to Waverley Abbey House. The car park is accessed from the B3001 (Waverley Lane) between Farnham and Elstead. Travelling from Farnham, the car park is on the right just before the road passes over the River Wey, marked with brown tourism signs for Waverley Abbey and Waverley Abbey House.

Organised by

The Farnham Society & Farnham Town Council