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Lesnes Abbey

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Lesnes Abbey Wood is a former monastic park on the banks of the Thames. The ruins of a 12th century Augustinian monastery lie in the park. There are bluebell woods, formal terraces, and self-guided nature trails through a network of paths across the site.
Abbey: Lesnes Abbey was founded by Richard de Luci in 1178. De Luci was chief Justiciar of England under Henry II, and he may have founded the abbey in repentance for his role in the murder of Thomas a Becket. The founder's great-granddaughter, Roesia, had her heart buried at the abbey after her death. Only the foundations remain today, but the give an idea of what this small abbey on the banks of the Thames must have been like.
Abbey Road, Belvedere, Kent, England, DA17 5DL

About Lesnes Abbey
Attraction Type: Garden
Location: on B213, 1 m N of A216
Website: Lesnes Abbey
Email: parks&openspaces@bexley.gov.uk
Phone: 020 8303 7777
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OS TQ477 789
Heritage Rating:   ?

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Ivydene - 14.7 miles from Lesnes Abbey Heybridge, Essex Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £220

No 6 The Courtyard (First Floor) - 31.5 miles from Lesnes Abbey Windsor, Berkshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £495

No 7 The Courtyard (Second Floor) - 31.5 miles from Lesnes Abbey Windsor, Berkshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £495

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Comfort Zone @ Vista River View Serviced Apartments - 2.4 miles from Lesnes Abbey London, Greater London Stay from: £49.00

Bexleyheath Marriott Hotel - 2.7 miles from Lesnes Abbey Bexleyheath, Kent Stay from: £52.50

Holiday Inn London - Bexley - 3.2 miles from Lesnes Abbey London, Greater London Stay from: £32.50

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Greenland Villa - 4.6 miles from Lesnes Abbey London, Greater London From: £110.00

One Six Two - 4.6 miles from Lesnes Abbey London, Greater London From: £85.00

The Pilot Inn - 5 miles from Lesnes Abbey London, Greater London From: £50.00

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