Buildwas Abbey


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Buildwas
Nr Ironbridge
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
TF8 7BW

Tel: +44 (0)1952 433 274
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Set beside the River Severn, against a backdrop of wooded gardens, are the remains of this Cistercian abbey with its beautiful chapter house, amazingly intact tiled floor and decorative stonework.



General Information:


  • Parking
  • Limited disabled access
  • Dogs allowed on leads






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    Opening Times
    (2011 times)
    1st April to 30th September:
    Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    Admission Charges
    (2011 prices)
    Adult £3.40.
    Concession £3.10.
    Child 5-15yrs £2.00. Child under 5yrs Free of charge.

    English Heritage Members Free of charge.
    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    By Car:
    Situated on south bank of River Severn on A4169, 2 miles west of Ironbridge.

    By Train:
    Telford Central 6 miles.
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    Buildwas Abbey Postcode for SatNav: TF8 7BW

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