Buildwas Abbey TF8 7BW
Free for everyone
Open: Seasonal - See website

About:
Lying on the banks of the river Severn, Buildwas Abbey was founded in 1135 for a community of reforming Savignac monks. Twelve years later, it was absorbed into the austere Cistercian order. Although Buildwas was never especially large or wealthy, the services of its abbots were called upon by both Church and state and it attracted rich local patrons.

Community life survived here despite many setbacks in the late 14th and 15th centuries, but in 1536 Buildwas fell victim to Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries. Parts of the buildings became the core of a grand country house, and later the abbey’s magnificent ruins attracted the attention of artists.

Dog Friendly:
Dogs on leads are welcome, please clear up after your dog and take any mess away with you.

Entry Charge:
Variable prices (see website)

Parking:
Car parking is available on site with a £2 charge for non-members payable by text. Parking is free for Members with a valid English Heritage car sticker on display. 

Facilities:
The nearest public toilets are located in the Wharfage car park in Ironbridge where you will also find a range of shops and food outlets.

Notes:
The site is accessed via several steps from the car park. The site is mainly level with a few unguarded drops and low stone walls. Please be aware the steps and grass areas can be slippery during and after wet weather; appropriate footwear is recommended.

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181