Roche Abbey
Roche Abbey 1893
Reproduced courtesy of The Francis Frith Collection.
The Roche Abbey Woodlands are a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
The photographer took these images with this in mind, hence the attention to detail.
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Google Earth map of Roche Abbey
Apparently, there are several local legends concerning ghosts, tunnels to other buildings, and even a lost wishing well; I cannot find any reference !
Read about the Roche Abbey Murder of 1864
Situated in a misty valley alongside Maltby Beck and King's Wood, there is a small visitors' centre in the grounds, the access road to the Abbey lies about 1.5 miles beyond Maltby, along Blyth Road.(A634)
Opening Hours
19 March to 30 September
Thursday to Monday 10:00am-5:00pm
Daily in August to 6:00pm
Admission Prices
Adults: £2.90
Children: £1.50
Concessions: £2.20
Special Party Rates available; car/coach park; toilets and refreshments.
Doorstep Walk around Roche Abbey
Charters of Roche Abbey
Deed of Surrender
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