Abbeys & priories · Yorkshire & the Humber
Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory
In or near Lundwood.
Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory — a Grade I-listed abbey in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Barnsley Interchange · 2.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory is a Grade I-listed building in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Grade I status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.
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Official information
Monk Bretton Priory features the substantial remains of a 12th-century Cluniac monastery. Visitors can explore the well-preserved ground plan, the almost complete west range, and the impressive 15th-century gatehouse.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Gatehouse to Monk Bretton Priory is a Grade I listed abbey located in Yorkshire. This structure is notable for its historical significance and architectural features that reflect its medieval origins.
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- Coordinates
- 53.5547, -1.4390
- District
- Barnsley
- Parish
- Barnsley, unparished area
- Postcode
- S71 5QD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barnsley North
- Phone
- 0370 333 1181
- Nearest railway station
- Barnsley Interchange — 2.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–3pm; closed 24–26 Dec and 1 Jan
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17525566 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory?
- Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode S71 5QD), in the parish of Barnsley, unparished area.
- What is Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory?
- Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory — a Grade I-listed abbey in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory?
- The nearest railway station is Barnsley Interchange, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode S71 5QD.
- Is Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory a listed building?
- Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory is officially recognised as Grade I listed.
- Is Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory a protected site?
- Yes — Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory is part of the Dearne Valley Wetlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Gatehouse To Monk Bretton Priory?
- The nearest railway station is Barnsley Interchange, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S71 5QD.