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St John's Abbey Gate Open House

St John's Abbey Green, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EZ

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

This pinnacled gatehouse, elaborately decorated in East Anglian 'flushwork', is the sole survivor of the wealthy Benedictine abbey of St John. It was built around 1400 to strengthen the abbey's defenses following the Peasants' Revolt.

Join the volunteers to explore the hidden architectural treasures of St John's Abbey Gate and view the interior space.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:
10am to 4pm
Sunday 08 September:
10am to 4pm

Location & directions

St John's Abbey Green, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EZ

Directions:
No parking on site but charged public parking, not managed by English Heritage, is available close by. The nearest are Napier Road North and St John's car parks.
Contact on day:
Jo Forbes
Telephone number:
+447585100594

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There are no facilities on site but it is just south of Colchester town centre and close to Colchester Town railway station. There are toilets at the station.

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