SAWLEY ABBEY

The remains of a Cistercian abbey founded in 1148, set against a backdrop of dramatic hills. After its dissolution in 1536, the monks were briefly returned to the abbey during the Pilgrimage of Grace. They remained in possession until the insurrection's collapse and the execution of their abbot.

Read more about the history of the abbey.

BEFORE YOU GO

Opening Times: Open daily, 10am-5pm April to September, and 10am-4pm October to March. Closed over Christmas and New Year. View details.

Access:  The abbey grounds are largely flat, grassed and interspersed with low level masonry. Limited disabled access.

Parking: On street parking only. 

Other Information: The site is opened daily by a local key keeper and managed locally by the Heritage Trust for the North West.

PLAN A GREAT DAY OUT

Sawley Abbey is set by the river, and its grounds make a great spot for a picnic.

The 14th century Whalley Abbey Gatehouse is seven miles from Sawley. It belonged to the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was once the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire.

 

OPENING TIMES

1 APRIL - 30 SEPTEMBER 2017

Monday 10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 10:00 - 17:00

Friday 10:00 - 17:00

Saturday 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES FOR THIS PERIOD

Good Friday

14 Apr 2017 10:00 - 17:00

Easter Sunday

16 Apr 2017 10:00 - 17:00

Easter Monday

17 Apr 2017 10:00 - 17:00

Early May Bank Holiday

1 May 2017 10:00 - 17:00

Spring Bank Holiday

29 May 2017 10:00 - 17:00

Summer Bank Holiday

28 Aug 2017 10:00 - 17:00

1 OCTOBER 2017 - 29 MARCH 2018

30 MARCH 2018 ONWARDS

Opening times will be available nearer the time