Sherborne Abbey — Attraction in Great Britain

Sherborne Abbey, former Saxon Cathedral, Benedictine Abbey and since the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII in 1539, the parish church of Sherborne, otherwise known as the Abbey Church of St. Mary the Virgin.

Situated in the centre of Sherborne and surrounded by green lawns, it is a beautiful building, both inside and out.

Inside the abbey are many plaques, memorials and flags commemorating the various Dorset regiments and the men of Sherborne and Dorset who made the greatest sacrifice whilst serving during the 19th century and the the great conflicts of the 20th century.

Visiting is free and highly...

A beautiful church that is worth a 15-20 minute walkthrough to see the earliest fan-vaulted ceiling in England, organ, stained glass windows (and more).

There were helpful 1-2 page paper pamphlets in several languages available for free, which gave a brief history and key elements to see. There was also a volunteer welcoming visitors who could answer questions as well.

It is free, though cash and card donations are accepted and appreciated!

There is no parking on site, but several lots and one-hour street...

Beautiful church, famous for its choir and moving faith-full services. I went to the annual Carol Service this evening. We commenced in candlelight - warm and evocative, the church was packed and the famous bells pealed (they are the heaviest peal of 8 bells in the world). If you like ecclesiastical architecture you should come; it has a stunning fan vaulted roof (perhaps the earliest in England) and beautiful medieval misericords. The building is full of interesting historical sights...