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Bayham Old Abbey

Bayham Old Abbey
The north transept & prestbytery from the South West (c) English Heritage

The impressive ruins of an abbey of Premonstratensian 'white canons', on the Kent-Sussex border. They include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse. Now set in a landscape designed by Humphry Repton, the famous landscape gardener, who also planned the grounds of Kenwood House in London. Rooms in the 'Georgian Gothick' dower house are also open to visitors.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar -30 Sep 11am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.70
Children:
£1.90
Concession:
£3.00
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Kent - TN3 8DE
Road Access:
1 3⁄4 miles W of Lamberhurst, off B2169
Train Access:
Frant 4 miles
Bus Access:
Arriva 256 Tunbridge Wells - Wadhurst (passes Tunbridge Wellsrailway station)
Map Location:
Telephone:
01892 890381

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Baby changing facilities Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Picnic area Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders Male Toilets Female Toilets
Facilities Details:
Toilets: Adapted WC.
Exhibition: On ground floor, accessible via three steps.
Shop: Access via gravel path.
Refreshments: Snacks in shop. Picnics welcome in grounds.
Access:
Access to abbey and grounds: One step into shop; alternative side gate into grounds has no steps. Abbey mostly accessible except Dower House. Grounds accessible on fairly smooth grass and loose gravel, avoiding slopes; pushers needed. Some benches provided. NB Unfenced sump in grounds.
Parking:
25m from entrance via gravel, slopes and rough grass.

Further Info

Disabled access (grounds only).
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