Dorset's World Heritage Coast
The historic village of Abbotsbury, situated approximately midway between Weymouth and Bridport on Dorset's World Heritage Coast, provides a unique visitor experience. Above: Poppy's Cottage.
The first documented historical record for Abbotsbury, 'Orc's Charter', goes back to 1023 when King Canute gave Abbotsbury to his steward, Orc. In 1044 Orc built an abbey and after he died his wife, Tola, ceded Abbotsbury to the Benedictine abbey. In the 14thC the Abbey built the Great Tithe Barn (the largest surviving in Britain), St. Catherine's chapel on the hill above the village and the church of St. Nicholas.
On the dissolution of the monasteries in the 1540's, Henry V111's commissioner, Sir Giles Strangways, was offered the purchase of Abbotsbury from the Crown, provided he demolished the abbey! Sir Giles built a manor house using abbey stone and settled down to enjoy the fruits of his labours. Sir Giles' descendants still own Abbotsbury to this day!Abbotsbury is now a picturesque village of predominantly 17thC cottages.
The visitor may browse the many arts and crafts shops, visit the Great Tithe Barn Children's Farm, the ancient Swannery, the magnificent Sub-tropical Gardens and the church (with bullet holes in the pulpit made during the Civil War).Visit St. Catherine's chapel which provides stunning panoramic views along the Jurassic coastline - after which why not enjoy a cream tea, home made cakes or a speciality lunch in one of Abbotsbury's pretty cafes.
The geological phenomenon of the Chesil Beach at Abbotsbury is renowned for excellent fishing as well as a quite literally breathtaking seascape. The village is also surrounded by a network of footpaths, not least of which is the Dorset Coast Path from where you may experience wonderful views and enjoy the flora and fauna of this unique coastline.
For those wishing a less energetic holiday, there is always the X53 Jurassic coast bus that runs along the coastline transporting visitors from Swanage to Exeter, naturally via Abbotsbury! Elworth Farmhouse cottages, VB 4-5 Stars, situated in a rural hamlet within Abbotsbury parish, provide the perfect retreat from where to visit all of the attractions.
For further information on the cottages and locality visit our web site or our entry in Cottage Holidays. We hope to welcome you to this truly beautiful part of Dorset.
Chris Wade Elworth Farm House©
The historic village of Abbotsbury, situated approximately midway between Weymouth and Bridport on Dorset's World Heritage Coast, provides a unique visitor experience. Above: Poppy's Cottage.
The first documented historical record for Abbotsbury, 'Orc's Charter', goes back to 1023 when King Canute gave Abbotsbury to his steward, Orc. In 1044 Orc built an abbey and after he died his wife, Tola, ceded Abbotsbury to the Benedictine abbey. In the 14thC the Abbey built the Great Tithe Barn (the largest surviving in Britain), St. Catherine's chapel on the hill above the village and the church of St. Nicholas.
On the dissolution of the monasteries in the 1540's, Henry V111's commissioner, Sir Giles Strangways, was offered the purchase of Abbotsbury from the Crown, provided he demolished the abbey! Sir Giles built a manor house using abbey stone and settled down to enjoy the fruits of his labours. Sir Giles' descendants still own Abbotsbury to this day!Abbotsbury is now a picturesque village of predominantly 17thC cottages.
The visitor may browse the many arts and crafts shops, visit the Great Tithe Barn Children's Farm, the ancient Swannery, the magnificent Sub-tropical Gardens and the church (with bullet holes in the pulpit made during the Civil War).Visit St. Catherine's chapel which provides stunning panoramic views along the Jurassic coastline - after which why not enjoy a cream tea, home made cakes or a speciality lunch in one of Abbotsbury's pretty cafes.
The geological phenomenon of the Chesil Beach at Abbotsbury is renowned for excellent fishing as well as a quite literally breathtaking seascape. The village is also surrounded by a network of footpaths, not least of which is the Dorset Coast Path from where you may experience wonderful views and enjoy the flora and fauna of this unique coastline.
For those wishing a less energetic holiday, there is always the X53 Jurassic coast bus that runs along the coastline transporting visitors from Swanage to Exeter, naturally via Abbotsbury! Elworth Farmhouse cottages, VB 4-5 Stars, situated in a rural hamlet within Abbotsbury parish, provide the perfect retreat from where to visit all of the attractions.
For further information on the cottages and locality visit our web site or our entry in Cottage Holidays. We hope to welcome you to this truly beautiful part of Dorset.
Chris Wade Elworth Farm House©
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