Hailes Abbey

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Nr Winchcombe
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PB

Tel: +44 (0)1242 602 398
Fax: 01242 602398
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Web: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/hailes

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Hailes Abbey is to be found nestling in the beautiful Cotswold countryside. Built in the 13th century by Richard, Earl of Cornwall, Hailes became famous when presented with a phial that was said to contain the blood of Christ.

The 'Holy blood of Hailes' attracted pilgrims from far and wide to the magnificent Cistercian Abbey until the 16th century. Today an excellent audio tour brings the story of Hailes to life. The museum displays sculpture and other finds from the Abbey.

General Information:

  • Parking
  • Toilets
  • Shop
  • Audio tour (included in admission price)
  • Museum
  • Light refreshments

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    Opening Times
    (2009 times)
    1st April to 30th June: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st July to 31st August: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm.

    1st to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.

    1st October to 1st November: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    Closed 2nd November to 31st March

    Admission Charges
    (2009 prices)
    Adult £3.80; Concession £3.20; Child 5-15 yrs £1.90; Under 5yrs Free.

    English Heritage Members Free.

    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    Car: 2 miles NE of Winchcombe off B4632.
    Train: Cheltenham Station 10 miles.
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    Hailes Abbey Postcode for SatNav: GL54 5PB

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