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The Great Britain Guide

Abbeys & priories · East of England

Abbey Gatehouse

In or near Binham.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited£

Abbey Gatehouse — a abbey in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Walsingham, The shop by the pump - geograph.org.uk - 5672400

Michael Garlick — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Walsingham · 0.3 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Abbey Gatehouse is a abbey located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Walsingham Abbey features the historic ruins of the medieval Priory of Our Lady of Walsingham, set in beautiful grounds known for their seasonal flowers like snowdrops and daffodils. Visitors can explore the peaceful landscape, which includes woodlands and open spaces, and enjoy picnicking in the grounds.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Norfolk Coast

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Abbey Gatehouse is an abbey located in the East Midlands. It is notable for its historical significance and architectural features, although specific details on its era and designation are not provided.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.8940, 0.8738
County
Norfolk
Parish
Walsingham
Postcode
NR22 6BZ
Parliamentary constituency
Broadland and Fakenham
Phone
+44 1328 820510
Nearest railway station
Walsingham0.3 km
Opening
Open daily from Friday 27th March-Sunday 1st November 11am-4pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Abbey Gatehouse?
Abbey Gatehouse is in Norfolk, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NR22 6BZ), in the parish of Walsingham.
What is Abbey Gatehouse?
Abbey Gatehouse — a abbey in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Abbey Gatehouse?
The nearest railway station is Walsingham, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR22 6BZ.
Is Abbey Gatehouse a protected site?
Yes — Abbey Gatehouse is part of the Norfolk Coast National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Abbey Gatehouse?
The nearest railway station is Walsingham, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NR22 6BZ.