Buildwas Abbey

Buildwas Abbey
Chapter House (c) English Heritage

Impressive ruins of a Cistercian abbey, including its unusually unaltered 12th-century church, beautiful vaulted and tile-floored chapter house, and recently re-opened crypt chapel. In a wooded Severn-side setting, not far from the Iron Bridge and Wenlock Priory.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-30 Sep 10am-5pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, & Bank Hols.
  Last admission 30 minutes before closing time  

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.00
Children:
£1.50
Concession:
£2.40
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Shropshire - TF8 7BW
Road Access:
On S bank of River Severn on A4169, 2 miles W of Ironbridge
Train Access:
Telford Central 6 miles
Bus Access:
Arriva 96 Telford - Shrewsbury (passes close to Telford Central railway station)
Map Location:
Telephone:
01952 433274

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Picnic area Hazardous Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders
Facilities Details:
Toilets: None.
Shop: Small kiosk not accessible to wheelchairs.
Refreshments: None, but picnics welcome in grounds.
Access:
Access: Entrance to abbey via ramp. Most of site accessible via rough grass surfaces.
Parking:
10m from entrance

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader
Coach Parking Facilities:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on ++44 (0)433274.
Group Booking:
Free parking for coaches
Average Length of Visit:
45 minutes

Further Info

Disabled access is limited. Plant sales. Nature trail [not managed by EH] including site of abbey fishponds.