Anglesey Abbey
Anglesey Abbey is a National Trust property in the village of Lode, 5 miles northeast of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.
Anglesey Abbey was built on the remains of an Augustinian priory, which was closed in 1536 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries and in 1600 a Jacobean-style house was built on the site of the ruins.
The last private owner was Lord Fairhaven who lived in the house from 1926 to 1966. This man had a passion for tradition and loved to impress his guests.
He therefore transformed Anglesey Abbey into a stunning manor house. He made extensive additions to the house to accommodate his collection of furniture, art, books and objets d’art,
Wanting to inspire and surprise visitors, he also created a spectacular garden with planting for all seasons.
When he died, he left the house and its contents to the National Trust.
Walking
We always try to visit Anglesey Abbey at the end of summer when the spectacular Dahlia garden is in full bloom.
It is an absolute stunning display of colour. But the Winter Garden is also a highlight.
You can enjoy a short stroll around the garden. It will take approx. 60 minutes to complete the circular walk along the estate.
Do explore the beautiful countryside beyond the gardens of Anglesey Abbey. For instance, follow the Lodes Way to Wicken Fen Nature Reserve.
This is an 8-mile cycleway / footpath between Anglesey Abbey and Wicken Fen which forms part of the National Cycle-way route 11.
Or you can explore the countryside around Lode. Many circular walks start at Lode Church.
A nice section of the Fen Edge Trail passes Anglesey Abbey. You can walk from Stow cum Quy to Swaffham Bulbeck. This fine 8-mile stretch connects three villages along the Quy water.
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