Hailes Abbey

13th century Cistercian abbey.

Winchcombe, Gloucestershire

Opening times

Hailes Abbey will open Friday to Sunday. You will need to book your timed tickets in advance by visiting the English Heritage website.

Address

Winchcombe
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PB

Once a Cistercian abbey, founded in 1246 by Richard of Cornwall and dissolved Christmas Eve 1539, Hailes never housed large numbers of monks but had extensive and elaborate buildings. It was financed by pilgrims visiting its renowned relic, 'the Holy Blood of Hailes', allegedly a phial of Christ's blood.

Hailes Abbey is owned by the National Trust, but maintained and managed by English Heritage.

Key features

Wildlife haven
Social heritage stories
Enchanting atmosphere
Captivating architecture

Facilities

Walkers & cyclists welcome
Space to secure your bike
Parking within 250m
On street parking at church
Level access to the main areas
Dog friendly
Café within 500m

Denomination

National Trust

Contact information

Email the church

01242 602398

Church website

Gallery

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