Forde Abbey House And Gardens Houses
Forde Abbey is a treasure in an area already known for its outstanding beauty. More than 900 years of history and romance are encapsulated in this elegant former Cistercian monastery and its 30 acres of exquisite award winning gardens.
In the peaceful solitude of its secluded position it is possible to imagine just how it looked to many of its previous owners, from its medieaval beginnings to the present day: monks going about their daily round of work and prayer, prosperous parliamentary gentlemen discussing the cavalier threat, gifted philosophers debating the imponderable, elegant Victorian ladies fanning themselves by the fireside and country gentlemen going about their work on the estate.
The house is surrounded by 30 acres of spectacular award winning gardens. The landscape has developed slowly since monastic times. The monks certainly grew vegetables in large quantities, but whatever gardens they had have disappeared over the centuries.
The only monastic structure that remains today is the Great Pond at the top of the garden. This now brings water into the garden but originally its purpose was to power a mill for grain, which stood on the site of the present day Forge.
Each part of Forde Abbey's history can be clearly read in the architecture and structure of the house and garden. It is a living testament to the people who have lived and worked here over the past nine centuries and makes it one of the most fascinating buildings in the country.
Attraction Details
For enquiries about Forde Abbey House And Gardens, please contact the attraction using the details below.
Address, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4LU
Opening times10.00am - 4.30pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
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Two Bridge Cottage
Located 46 km from Exeter and 41 km from Weymouth, Two Bridge Cottage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Chard. You can fire up the barbecue for a tasty meal and enjoy the garden in fair weather..
The Old Barn III
The Old Barn III offers pet-friendly accommodation in Winsham. The unit is 45 km from Exeter, and guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher and an oven.
The Stables III
The Stables III is a holiday home set in Winsham in the Somerset Region and is 45 km from Exeter. It provides free private parking. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Rose Garden Cottage
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Rose Garden Cottage is a holiday home, situated in Winsham. The property features views of the city and is 45 km from Exeter. Free private parking is available on site.
Milestones
Located in Winsham in the Somerset Region, this holiday home is 48 km from Exeter. The unit is 40 km from Weymouth. Taunton is 24 km from Milestones, while Wells is 44 km from the property.
The School Room
Located in Thorncombe in the Dorset Region, this holiday home is 47 km from Exeter. The unit is 39 km from Weymouth. Taunton is 26 km from The School Room, while Wells is 46 km away.
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