Welcome to Quarr Abbey - Quarr Abbey
Jun 27, 2024 · Welcome to the Abbey of Our Lady of Quarr, a monastery on the Isle of Wight, just off the south coast of England. It is home to a small group of Benedictine monks who strive to dedicate their lives to the glory of God, and whose day …
Visit - Quarr Abbey
Welcome to the Abbey of Our Lady of Quarr, a monastery on the Isle of Wight, just off the south coast of England. It is home to a small group of Benedictine monks who strive to dedicate their lives to the glory of God, and whose day is characterised by prayer, work and community life.
Opening Times - Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Visitors are welcome to attend worship in the Abbey Church. You can visit our gardens, take refreshment in our Tea Shop and find out about the monastery in our Visitor Centre.
History - Quarr Abbey
The ancient abbey of Quarr was founded in 1132 by Baldwin de Redvers who later became Lord of the Island and Earl of Devon. He brought monks from Savigny Abbey, in Normandy, France, to the island for the monastery. The abbey took its name from the quarry to the east of it.
Ruins of the Abbey of Quarr
The medieval abbey of Quarr is a national treasure, being one of England’s rare monastic houses to be fortified and to fulfil a maritime role. With abbey ships sailing to Normandy, the Low Countries, the West Country and the North Sea coast, its influence on Island commerce and English maritime trade of the High Medieval period was remarkable.
Heritage - Quarr Abbey
Welcome to the Abbey of Our Lady of Quarr, a monastery on the Isle of Wight, just off the south coast of England. It is home to a small group of Benedictine monks who strive to dedicate their lives to the glory of God, and whose day is characterised by prayer, work and community life.
Events - Quarr Abbey
Jan 10, 2025 · Quarr Abbey is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Visitors are welcome to attend worship in the Abbey Church. You can visit our gardens, take refreshment in our Tea Shop and find out about the monastery in our Visitor Centre.
Architecture of Quarr - Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey was built as a monastery for the French Benedictine community of Solesmes who were living in exile on the Isle of Wight at the beginning of the twentieth century. Its architect was one of the monks, Dom Paul Bellot (1876-1944).
Monks at Quarr Abbey
Welcome to the Abbey of Our Lady of Quarr, a monastery on the Isle of Wight, just off the south coast of England. It is home to a small group of Benedictine monks who strive to dedicate their lives to the glory of God, and whose day is characterised by prayer, work and community life.
Tea Shop - Quarr Abbey
2 days ago · Visitors are welcome to attend worship in the Abbey Church. You can visit our gardens, take refreshment in our Tea Shop and find out about the monastery in our Visitor Centre. The Farm Shop offers home grown produce and the …