Whitland abby

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Whitland Abbey was an important Cistercian Abbey founded in 1151. Now only visible in ruined form, it is still well worth visiting. It Is open to the public at any time, although please close gates behind you – there might be sheep grazing the grass.

A group of volunteers have come together to help preserve and promote the history of the Abbey site. Our aim is to raise the profile and help more people discover this magnificent historic site that was almost lost to us, whilst preserving its future. We are building up contacts and ideas that we hope to take forward. Connections have already been made with the Dyfed Archaeological Trust, CADW, Strata Florida, Cwmhir Abbey/ Cwmhir Abbey History, Holy Cross Abbey, and Canolfan Hywel Dda. If you are interested in joining us, please do get in touch

Founded
1151

Royal Mausoleum
1186

Dissolved
1539

WHITLAND ABBEY AND THE CISTERCIAN WORLD
An online talk on Saturday March 27th 2021 at 3pm by Professor Janet Burton (Professor of Medieval History at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David).