Muchelney Abbey
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Overview
The monastery was first established at Muchelney by Ine, a 7th-century king of Wessex. It did not survive the Viking invasions, but the abbey was re-founded about AD950 and lasted for nearly six centuries. The present remains date largely from the 12th century. The best preserved feature of the site today is the Abbot's lodging, which had only just been completed in 1539 when the abbey was surrendered to Henry VIII.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open daily, Apr-Jun & Sep-Oct, 10-5; Jul-Aug 10-6 (last admission 30mins before closing). Closed Nov-Mar. Check website for details
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Children
About the area
Somerset remains rural and unspoiled, and ever popular areas to visit are the limestone and red sandstone Mendip Hills rising to over 1,000 feet, and by complete contrast, to the south and southwest, the flat landscape of the Somerset Levels. Another popular spot, the Quantocks, once the haunt of poets Coleridge and Wordsworth, are noted for their gentle slopes, heather-covered moorland expanses and red deer.
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Walnut Arbour
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Walnut Arbour
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Liongate House
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