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Steeped in over 800 years of history, Newstead is a monastic Abbey from the late 12th century and former home of Romantic poet Lord Byron.
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Newstead was built in the 12th Century as a monastic Abbey...
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Newstead’s 300 acres of parkland owes much of its beauty to...
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Newstead Abbey is a former Augustinian priory and the ancestral home of Lord Byron in Nottinghamshire, England. Learn about its history, architecture, gardens, and artistic collections from this comprehensive article.
Explore the medieval Abbey and former home of Lord Byron, the Romantic poet. See personal items, sculptures, paintings and more in the Historic House and Gardens.
Visit the former home of poet Lord Byron and explore its Victorian rooms, parkland and formal gardens. Book a guided tour, enjoy refreshments, or stay in the Gardener's Cottage.
Newstead Abbey. 747 reviews. #1 of 3 things to do in Ravenshead. Historic SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksArchitectural Buildings. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Originally built in 1164 as an Augustinian priory, this became the ancestral home of poet Lord Byron. Duration: 1-2 hours. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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Newstead Abbey in Nottinghamshire is best known for being the ancestral home of the poet Lord Byron. There’s plenty to see here and although the house isn’t open all the time, the gardens and park are lovely to walk around all year round.