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----------The Abbey----------


Map of abbey precinct The Checker Long Gallery interior Sketch of Domestic Buildings Long Gallery		At the time of its dissolution the Benedictine abbey of St Mary at Abingdon was the sixth wealthiest monastery in England. The Abbey was a vast complex of buildings, courtyards, gardens and orchards. The two groups of buildings which survive are only a small fragment of this once grand establishment. The Abbey Gateway faces the Market Place and is flanked by St Nicholas Church and the former St John's Hospital. These are now under the care of The Vale of White Horse District Council. A second group, cared for by the Friends of Abingdon, and situated by the Millstream in Thames Street, consists of the Bakehouse, Checker Hall, Checker and Long Gallery.

Map of abbey precinct
The Checker
Long Gallery interior
Sketch of Domestic Buildings
Long Gallery

At the time of its dissolution the Benedictine abbey of St Mary at Abingdon was the sixth wealthiest monastery in England. The Abbey was a vast complex of buildings, courtyards, gardens and orchards. The two groups of buildings which survive are only a small fragment of this once grand establishment. The Abbey Gateway faces the Market Place and is flanked by St Nicholas Church and the former St John's Hospital. These are now under the care of The Vale of White Horse District Council. A second group, cared for by the Friends of Abingdon, and situated by the Millstream in Thames Street, consists of the Bakehouse, Checker Hall, Checker and Long Gallery.

---Between April 1 and September 30, The Abbey Buildings are open to the public daily (except Mondays) between 2pm and 4pm---

Special arrangements (including guided tours) are possible for group visits - please contact the society for details.