Waverley Abbey

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4.6

( 16 reviews )

Art Galleries, Museums, Cultural Center

Open 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM See Hours

Waverley Ln, Farnham GU9 8EP, United Kingdom

Waverley Abbey is a historical landmark that showcases the remains of vaults, columns, and walls of an 1128 Cistercian abbey, located in Farnham, United Kingdom. The abbey has already gained popularity among tourists due to its breathtaking beauty and serene environment. Not only that, but Waverley Abbey has also served as a movie set, adding to its charm and appeal. The property is managed and well-maintained by the community around it. Visitors can explore the abbey, feed the ducks and goose, and enjoy a good time with their loved ones. Waverley Abbey is open every day from Sunday to Saturday and offers free parking. The stunning location is perfect for a day trip, and its free admission makes it a budget-friendly option for those who want to enjoy the beauty of history.

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Elisa hung

March 22, 2024

Off the beaten track but close enough to Farnham to warrant a quick visit, plus it's free, so why not? Interesting site that evokes slightly sad emotions standing in the ruins of a once impressive abbey. There is parking nearby, and a short walk along a path at the side of a picturesque lake will lead you to the site.

Elizabeth grunewald

March 22, 2024

I visited Waverley Abbey earlier this year. It was great to walk and touch the ruins. Sat under the tree, I bet it has a few million story’s to tell. Felt peaceful walking around and you can get a feel of what the building would had looked like then. There is information provided which helps you understand the history a little better. Defiantly a place to visit, my partner and I really enjoyed the day.

Chris hatfield

March 22, 2024

Beautifully setting and romantic ruins. Felt very special and so peaceful. The walkalong the river was a delight

Earl gesch

March 22, 2024

I'm quite partial to some ruins and these did not dissapoint, we were lucky to have the place to ourselves for about half an hour before a couple more people showed up. The old Yew tree itself is worth the visit. Amazing to wander about these places and imagine how life must have been all that time ago.

Orange xeno

March 22, 2024

Waverley Abbey is a ruin, there is not much left of the once magnificent building. All the same it’s an interesting local beauty spot which has been nicely presented with various information points to explain what the building would have looked like, how it was used, and its demise. There is a beautiful tree growing over one of the walls which children love to climb. There is also some WW2 artefact’s to be found - dragons teeth and a gun emplacement. Car park can be busy, but there are some other beauty spots near by, so come back or park elsewhere and walk in. Accessibility is not great. Watch out for cowpats in the field before.

Blake clifton

March 22, 2024

The cafe was closed but even so the grounds and the Abbey are a great spot to visit. And if I was younger I'd have been climbing the yew tree!

Chris williams

March 22, 2024

A Cistercian abbey ruins within a short walking distance from an allocated car park on the river bank. Free entry. It is worth a visit on a nice sunny day.

Monica marie

March 22, 2024

If you like visiting these sorts of places. Lovely setting with a lot of history. A couple of pill boxes to view by the car park. We did here and Farnham Castle in the same trip.