Thorney Abbey, Peterborough. Open Sundays or by request. Free entry
Details
Accessibility
There is street parking directly in front of the Abbey and a grassed parking area alongside. The path to the church entrance is stone paving. There is a small stone step at the entrance doorway. Toilets are available at Thorney Social Centre on Church Street.
Brief Description
The oldest parts of Thorney Abbey date back to 972AD and are the parts that survived the Dissolution of the Monasteries under Henry VIII. Restorations began in 1638 and various additions have been made to the building over the centuries.
Further Information
Address
Abbey Place,Thorney, Peterborough, PE6 OQB
Phone
01733 222334
Website
Opening Hours
Open Sundays or by request.
Directions
Take the A47 to Thorney. Turn off on B1040. Thorney Abbey is situated in the centre of Thorney on the B1040. OS TF 282041
Transport
First Excel service X1 and Stagecoach service 36 run from Peterborough to Thorney and surrounding areas. Visit www.globestudios.co.uk for timetables.
Amenities
Parking
Travel Information
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Location
Nearest Venues
4.34 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.