Thorney Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian abbey located in Cambridgeshire, England. The abbey's architecture is a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles, featuring a large church with a tall, narrow tower, surrounded by cloisters and monastic buildings. The abbey's exterior is characterized by its warm, honey-colored stone, while the interior boasts intricate stone carvings, stunning stained-glass windows, and a tranquil atmosphere. Visitors can explore the abbey's chapels, refectory, and dormitory, gaining insight into the lives of the monks who once inhabited the site. The abbey's picturesque surroundings, including a large lake and walking trails, make it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and historic experience.
It's unusual to find a church with open doors to visit at your leisure, a bonus that this one contains such beauty, and carrying the history that it does. Very peaceful and calming, you can even make yourself a hot drink whilst you sit quietly in thought. On entry there is a small table with some church paper where you can write a note or a prayer for a departed loved one or friend. My wife visited the following day and bumped into the female vicar, my wife said she was a lovely lady sharing her knowledge of the area.
Former abbey which after the dissolution became a parish Church. The building is still large and interesting. information though was lacking and I came out having to Google details. All a bit dissapointing
Church which is all that remains of Thorney Abbey in the village of the same name. The village itself dates from the 600s and is one of the oldest. There is a museum in the village as well.
Lovely old church, they were holding a coffee morning, nice cake selection as well! A gentleman from the church came to welcome us and he gave us some interesting facts about the church and the village, he was very knowledgeable and nice to talk to!
Thorney Abbey aka The Church of St Mary and St Botolph a fantastic Benedictine Monastery founded 972 very atmospheric as you walk in great stained glass window behind the alter a mid 7th century hermitage was here but was destroyed by the Vikings I arrived quite late but the door was still open realy pleased that it was as I have been meaning to visit for ages
Beautiful historic building, inspiring part of my local area. It's a magical place to go when the snowdrops appear
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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It's unusual to find a church with open doors to visit at your leisure, a bonus that this one contains such beauty, and carrying the history that it does. Very peaceful and calming, you can even make yourself a hot drink whilst you sit quietly in thought. On entry there is a small table with some church paper where you can write a note or a prayer for a departed loved one or friend. My wife visited the following day and bumped into the female vicar, my wife said she was a lovely lady sharing her knowledge of the area.
Former abbey which after the dissolution became a parish Church. The building is still large and interesting. information though was lacking and I came out having to Google details. All a bit dissapointing
Church which is all that remains of Thorney Abbey in the village of the same name. The village itself dates from the 600s and is one of the oldest. There is a museum in the village as well.
Lovely old church, they were holding a coffee morning, nice cake selection as well! A gentleman from the church came to welcome us and he gave us some interesting facts about the church and the village, he was very knowledgeable and nice to talk to!
Thorney Abbey aka The Church of St Mary and St Botolph a fantastic Benedictine Monastery founded 972 very atmospheric as you walk in great stained glass window behind the alter a mid 7th century hermitage was here but was destroyed by the Vikings I arrived quite late but the door was still open realy pleased that it was as I have been meaning to visit for ages
Beautiful historic building, inspiring part of my local area. It's a magical place to go when the snowdrops appear
