Furness Abbey, or St. Mary of Furness, is a former monastery located to the north of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England. The abbey dates back to 1123 and was once the second-wealthiest and most powerful Cistercian monastery in the country, behind Fountains Abbey, prior to its dissolution during the English Reformation. [2]

Discover an inspiring new photography exhibition at Furness Abbey, created by students and artists who explored the supernatural side of two iconic English Heritage sites.

Founded almost 900 years ago, Furness Abbey was once the largest and wealthiest monastery in north-west England. Today, its evocative ruins bear witness to the lives of the monks who worshipped and lived there between the 12th and 16th centuries.

Apr 28, 2021 · Furness Abbey is a ruined 12th century monastery in Cumbria, that today stands as a testament to the sheer scale of monastic communities in medieval England. Now run by English Heritage, Furness provides an atmospheric walk through 900 years of history.

Furness Abbey, or St. Mary of Furness, is a former monastery located to the northern edge of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England. The abbey dates back to 1123 and was once the second-wealthiest and most powerful Cistercian monastery in the country, behind only Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire.

Feb 6, 2025 · Furness Abbey, on the outskirts of Barrow, Cumbria, was founded about 900 years ago and was the first of England's "greater monasteries" to be dissolved during Henry VIII's religious reforms.

Furness Abbey was one of the richest Cistercian monasteries in England, exceeded only by Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire. The soaring ruins of red sandstone soak up the grandeur of this 900 year old site.

Furness Abbey. Part of the Britain Express travel guide to medieval monasteries sites to visit in Cumbria, The Lake District, England. Attractions, history, and visitor information.

Furness Abbey was the second richest abbey in England. The extensive ruins are in the care of English Heritage. Well-worth a visit.

Find out about the history of Furness Abbey, a monastery founded in 1127 that would become the second richest Cistercian monastery in England.