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Malmesbury Abbey
Type: Abbey/Priory
Norman/Romanesque Abbey - now the parish church. Founded by St Aldhelm in Saxon times. Pavise/treasury containing c1407 manuscript bible and other books, and historical exhibits. Outstanding south porch. Burial place of King Athelstan (c895-940), the first king of all England. Situated in an attractive and historic hilltop country town.
Opening Times
2008 26 Oct 2008 - 31 Dec 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 20:00 - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
* Closed for a few days after Xmas and New Years Day and occasional days for filming and maintenance. Please check website for closure details and worship times.
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M4. Follow signs for A429 Cirencester for approximately 5 miles.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Swindon, Chippenham and Kemble stations.
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - T loop system for service
- Ramp/Level Access
Establishment Features
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Dutch printed material
- French printed material
- German printed material
- Italian printed material
- Japanese printed material
- Spanish printed material
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
