Cleeve Abbey

Cleeve Abbey

Discovery Visits at Cleeve Abbey

Abbey Road, Washford, Watchet, Somerset - TA23 0PS
Bookings:
0870 333 0606

Picturesque Cistercian abbey with impressive cloister buildings + floor of heraldic tiles.

Visit

SUBJECTS

KEY STAGES

Dissolution Drama: Will Henry Break The Habit?

A messenger arrives with startling news. Will the Abbey be closed? How will you prevent your treasure from being stolen? Dress up in the monks' habits and through drama, music and exploration re-enact what it was really like to have been a monk during the reign of Henry VIII. Understand the Dissolution by journeying back in time with the abbot who will show you how to become a successful novice monk and involve you in a true and dramatic story relating to the Abbey. Optional extra – make a day of your visit by picnicking in the extensive grounds and exploring Cleeve in conjunction with the book “Brother Cedric and the missing sheep” and its set of objects relating to the story and site.

When: Each weekday in term time
Length: 1.5 Hrs
History, Music  KS2 

ALSO OF INTEREST

Workshops

You can also book a workshop or interactive tour at selected sites. At just £90 per group of up to 30 pupils it’s the perfect way to experience our sites. Call the regional booking office to check availability and to book.

We advise you to book early to avoid disappointment.

How to book

To book a Discovery Visit you can either book online (using the Free Site Visits form) or ring our Educational Bookings team on 0870 333 0606.