The Historic House has been prepared for the new, exciting phase of our ‘Raise The Roof’ works at Newstead Abbey. During the repair works:

See the ‘The Heart of Medieval Newstead’ exhibition in the Cloisters, Lord Byron’s study and displays of his personal items, open daily from 11am to 4pm (last entry 3pm)

A walk-through of the main House is available at 12pm, 1pm & 2pm at weekends.

‘The Heart of Medieval Newstead’ exhibition, Byron’s Study and House Walk Throughs are included in Standard Admission.

The Heart of Medieval Newstead

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Did you know… in the depths of Newstead Abbey lives a beating medieval heart?

Behind the iconic West Front of the Priory Church the brand new showcase of The Heart of Medieval Newstead resides in the Cloisters, Plantagenet & Beckett room.

Pay once, visit all year round

Adult: £18

Kids Go Free (with each paid adult – up to 3 children per paying adult).

Site entry & parking charges apply. Excludes special events.

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Medieval Clothing

Examples of medieval clothing displayed to depict the 5th – 15th centuries, prioritized wool, linen, and silk.

Key garments include tunics and layered surcoats, often displayed with belts, hoods.

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Medieval Food, Drink & Spices

We displaying a range of medieval food, drink & spices, to help showcase that food of the time was heavily divided by class, with a staple diet of bread, pottage (stew), and ale for all, supplemented by meat and fish depending on wealth.

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Family Activities & Seal of Approval

‘Curious Creature Hunt’ postcards handed out in shop and claim your very own Newstead Priory Seal.

Share a photo of your creature on Newstead Abbey Facebook page.

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Discover The Heart of Medieval Newstead

Step inside Newstead Abbey’s Historic House each weekend to discover The Heart of Medieval Newstead.

Pay once, visit all year round

Adult: £18

Kids Go Free (with each paid adult – up to 3 children per paying adult).

Site entry & parking charges apply. Excludes special events.

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Plan your visit at www.newsteadabbey.org.uk/visit, and see our accessibility page: www.newsteadabbey.org.uk/accessibility.

Site entry and parking charges apply.

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