Belmont Abbey

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Overview

Belmont was founded by Benedictine monks in 1859, initially as a link between the existing monasteries of Downside, Ampleforth and Douai, and then as the Catholic cathedral for Wales and Herefordshire (a role which later shifted to St David’s, Cardiff). In the early 20th century it became an independent priory, and then an abbey, with a school (closed in 1994). Today around 20 monks live and work here. The church, which serves as the parish church, was designed by Edward W Pugin, and is dedicated to St Michael and All Angels. Its mellow Bath stone interior is noted for its richly carved stone angels, which number around 150.

Features

Opening Times
Open all year
Opening Times: Open all year, daily, 6.30am–8pm

Facilities
Parking onsite
Cafe

Location

Ruckhall Lane, HEREFORD, HR2 9RZ

About the area

Herefordshire is split in two by the River Wye which meanders through the county on its way to the Severn and the sea. Largely rural, with Hereford, Leominster, and Ross-on-Wye the major towns and cities, its countryside and ancient villages are the county’s major asset.

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Belmont Abbey

Ruckhall Lane, HEREFORD, HR2 9RZ

01432 374710

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Belmont Abbey

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Overview

Belmont was founded by Benedictine monks in 1859, initially as a link between the existing monasteries of Downside, Ampleforth and Douai, and then as the Catholic cathedral for Wales and Herefordshire (a role which later shifted to St David’s, Cardiff). In the early 20th century it became an independent priory, and then an abbey, with a school (closed in 1994). Today around 20 monks live and work here. The church, which serves as the parish church, was designed by Edward W Pugin, and is dedicated to St Michael and All Angels. Its mellow Bath stone interior is noted for its richly carved stone angels, which number around 150.

Features

Opening Times
Open all year
Opening Times: Open all year, daily, 6.30am–8pm
Facilities
Parking onsite
Cafe

Location

Ruckhall Lane, HEREFORD, HR2 9RZ

About the area

Area image

Herefordshire is split in two by the River Wye which meanders through the county on its way to the Severn and the sea. Largely rural, with Hereford, Leominster, and Ross-on-Wye the major towns and cities, its countryside and ancient villages are the county’s major asset.

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