Tintern Abbey
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Overview
The ruins of this Cistercian monastery church, founded in 1131 by Walter de Clare, Lord of chepstow, are still surprisingly intact. The monastery was established in 1131 and became increasingly wealthy well into the 15th century. During the Dissolution it was closed and most of the buildings were completely destroyed. During the 18th century many poets and artists including William Wordsworth, came to see the ruins and recorded their impressions in words and art. It is still a wonderful sight, accentuated by the green wooded valley and neighbouring river.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, daily Mar-Jun & Sep-Oct, 9.30-5; Jul-Aug, 9.30-6; Nov-Feb, Mon-Sat 10-4, Sun 11-4 (last admission 30mins before closing)
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Children
About the area
In their bid to control the borderlands of Monmouthshire – also known as the Marches – the Normans built a triangle of castles: Grosmont, Skenfrith and White. At first, they were simple wooden structures strengthened by earthworks, but when the lively Welsh refused to stop attacking them, it was decided more permanent fortresses were needed.
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