Water-features fill the 300-acre grounds of this dissolved monastery and home of Byron's ancestors.
A real mixed bag for our visit today - Though because we had our dogs we didn't actually get chance to tour the Abbey itself, but there is room for improvement in other areas.. The okay: PS6 to park all day is very good value for money, and the grandeur and vista of the Abbey upon arrival is certainly stunning. The bad: After grabbing a (not so quick) coffee from the dreadfully understaffed deli (1 person manning it at lunchtime on Bank Holiday Monday), we set off with the dogs for a wander around the estate.. only to find that the walks and trails were very poorly signposted or marked out, and we ended up doubling back on ourselves twice - once because we ended up heading towards Newstead village, and once because the walking trail to the cannon fort and beyond actually comes to a very abrupt dead end, with no prior warning! There are also absolutely no poo or litter bins anywhere other than a handful around the cafe courtyard, so you either get stuck carrying rubbish around all day, or finding poo bag baubles hanging from every branch. The cafe was unfortunately a shambles - No hot food served after 2pm, all other food other than cakes was sold out, the coffee machine was broken, the staff were thoroughly disinterested, and the cafe itself looked like it hadn't been cleaned all weekend - we grabbed what turned out to be surprisingly good milkshakes and made a swift exit towards the grounds that surround the Abbey.. Which leads to the Good: The Spanish and Japanese Gardens are lovely, well maintained, well signposted, pleasant areas to meander around, great views of the lakes and the Abbey. Would I return? Unfortunately I don't think so, when you compare this to Clumber Park or Sandringham, which are similar venues at similar prices, Newstead falls behind in terms of just getting the basics right for your average, walking tourist looking for a day out
It's a large estate and a grand building. It's a good history lesson and has so much potential, well done to all the splendid volunteers who help to preserve it. There is a nice little cafe and courtyard too
I always love visiting the gardens here. Take a picnic and let the children enjoy the playground section. Do not, however, let your dog off leash. I was saddened to hear they lost arthur the peacock to a savage dog attack but was further upset to witness an off leash dog take off after geese today.
Amazing tours and well-maintained historical displays. Peacocks, multiple different gardens (e.g., The Walled gardens, featuring waterfalls and a range of plants.) Prices range greatly depending on whether you are walking, driving, or cycling into the grounds. Currently PS2 entry for walking, a slight increase from being free years ago. Great for walking or cycling, and makes for amazing photographs.
Incredible historic site filled with mystery and intrigue. Wonderful to tour the house with really lovely staff on site who know the history and share anecdotes of newstead abbey. The grounds are also wonderful to explore and have lots of trails and walks around the lake perfect for families, individuals and dog walking too! Also has a fantastic gift shop. Highly recommend.
Had a wonderful day out, only PS6 to park all day, didn't go onto the Abbey itself although have visited in the past and it's quite interesting. Cafe was a real let down, overpriced and was open till something like 5pm but they had ran out of their limited hot food menu by 1pm, poor show feom the cafe, park itself is excellent.
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A real mixed bag for our visit today - Though because we had our dogs we didn't actually get chance to tour the Abbey itself, but there is room for improvement in other areas.. The okay: PS6 to park all day is very good value for money, and the grandeur and vista of the Abbey upon arrival is certainly stunning. The bad: After grabbing a (not so quick) coffee from the dreadfully understaffed deli (1 person manning it at lunchtime on Bank Holiday Monday), we set off with the dogs for a wander around the estate.. only to find that the walks and trails were very poorly signposted or marked out, and we ended up doubling back on ourselves twice - once because we ended up heading towards Newstead village, and once because the walking trail to the cannon fort and beyond actually comes to a very abrupt dead end, with no prior warning! There are also absolutely no poo or litter bins anywhere other than a handful around the cafe courtyard, so you either get stuck carrying rubbish around all day, or finding poo bag baubles hanging from every branch. The cafe was unfortunately a shambles - No hot food served after 2pm, all other food other than cakes was sold out, the coffee machine was broken, the staff were thoroughly disinterested, and the cafe itself looked like it hadn't been cleaned all weekend - we grabbed what turned out to be surprisingly good milkshakes and made a swift exit towards the grounds that surround the Abbey.. Which leads to the Good: The Spanish and Japanese Gardens are lovely, well maintained, well signposted, pleasant areas to meander around, great views of the lakes and the Abbey. Would I return? Unfortunately I don't think so, when you compare this to Clumber Park or Sandringham, which are similar venues at similar prices, Newstead falls behind in terms of just getting the basics right for your average, walking tourist looking for a day out
It's a large estate and a grand building. It's a good history lesson and has so much potential, well done to all the splendid volunteers who help to preserve it. There is a nice little cafe and courtyard too
I always love visiting the gardens here. Take a picnic and let the children enjoy the playground section. Do not, however, let your dog off leash. I was saddened to hear they lost arthur the peacock to a savage dog attack but was further upset to witness an off leash dog take off after geese today.
Amazing tours and well-maintained historical displays. Peacocks, multiple different gardens (e.g., The Walled gardens, featuring waterfalls and a range of plants.) Prices range greatly depending on whether you are walking, driving, or cycling into the grounds. Currently PS2 entry for walking, a slight increase from being free years ago. Great for walking or cycling, and makes for amazing photographs.
Incredible historic site filled with mystery and intrigue. Wonderful to tour the house with really lovely staff on site who know the history and share anecdotes of newstead abbey. The grounds are also wonderful to explore and have lots of trails and walks around the lake perfect for families, individuals and dog walking too! Also has a fantastic gift shop. Highly recommend.
Had a wonderful day out, only PS6 to park all day, didn't go onto the Abbey itself although have visited in the past and it's quite interesting. Cafe was a real let down, overpriced and was open till something like 5pm but they had ran out of their limited hot food menu by 1pm, poor show feom the cafe, park itself is excellent.
