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Abbeys and Monasteries in Lancashire, England
Lancashire Travel Guide
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Sawley Abbey
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The atmospheric remains of a 12th century Cistercian monastery standing beside the River Ribble. The abbey was founded in 1147 by William de Percy, and is built to the traditional Cistercian plan, with the abbey church forming the north range of the cloisters, lay brother's quarters on the west range, an east range featuring the chapter house and monk's quarters, and further domestic buildings on the south range.
Sawley,
Lancashire,
England
Attraction Type: Abbey
Location: In Sawley, off the A59. Open all year except New Years and Christmas holidays. Check English Heritage website for details.
Website: Sawley Abbey
English Heritage
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Photo Credit: Alan Southworth, licensed for reuse under Creative Commons Licence.
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Whalley Abbey Gatehouse
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The two-storey gatehouse is all that remains of 13th century Whalley Abbey. The abbey was founded by the Cistercian order in 1296, and grew to become the second most powerful abbey in Lancashire. The north west gateway and associated walls still stand in a lovely setting beside the River Calder.
Whalley,
Lancashire,
England
Attraction Type: Abbey
Location: In Whalley village, just off the A59 and A671. Open access site.
Website: Whalley Abbey Gatehouse
English Heritage
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Photo Credit: Alexander P Kapp, licensed for reuse under Creative Commons Licence.
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