Shaftesbury Abbey Museum & Gardens
This place is not usually open now.
This place is not usually open now.
​This redeveloped museum has a fascinating collection of Saxon carving and medieval floor tiles. The Museum Shop offers a wide range of local produce, crafts, gifts, toys and books for adults and children. Herbs and ornamental plants are for sale during spring and summer. Locally made Purbeck ice creams are also available.
Where to find Shaftesbury Abbey Museum & Gardens
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Shaftesbury Abbey Museum & Gardens
46.7 miles from Highlands End and Eype Beach
48.8 miles from Golden Cap
44.5 miles from Graston Copse
29.1 miles from Sandyholme
Opening Times
Monday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Based on 268 reviews
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