Shap Abbey

Shap Abbey
View of abbey over bridge (c) English Heritage Photo Library
Shap Abbey -   View of abbey over bridge (c) Shap Abbey -   Aerial image of Shap Abbey (c) Shap Abbey in the Snow -   View of Shap Abbey in the snow by Paul Barker (c) Shap Abbey -   Exterior view of the tower. (c) Aerial view painting of Shap Abbey -   Present day aerial view painting by Liam WALES,2006 (c)

The impressive full-height 15th-century tower and other remains of a remote abbey of Premonstratensian 'white canons'.

Information panels guide you round the abbey and illustrate daily monastic life.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
All year Any reasonable time Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
Free
Children:
Free
Concession:
Free
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Cumbria
Road Access:
1 1⁄2 miles W of Shap, on the bank of the River Lowther
Train Access:
Penrith 10 miles
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in Cumbria/Apollo/K&B 106 Penrith-Kendal to within 11⁄2 miles
Map Location:

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Dogs allowed on leads
Access:
Disabled access (limited views from outside the site).