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St John's Abbey Gate

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Overview
This pinnacled gatehouse, elaborately decorated in East Anglian 'flushwork', is the sole survivor of the wealthy Benedictine abbey of St John.
Features

  • Opening Times
  • Open all year
  • Opening Times: Open at any reasonable time during daylight hours for exterior. Interior open for Heritage Open Days in Sep, 10-4. Check website for details

  • Facilities
  • Parking nearby
Location
St John's Green, COLCHESTER
About the area
Essex is full of pleasant surprises. It has the largest coastline of any county in England, with its fair share of castles, royal connections and scenic valleys.
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St John's Abbey Gate

Recommended by Visit England Logo
Overview
This pinnacled gatehouse, elaborately decorated in East Anglian 'flushwork', is the sole survivor of the wealthy Benedictine abbey of St John.
Features
  • Opening Times
  • Open all year
  • Opening Times: Open at any reasonable time during daylight hours for exterior. Interior open for Heritage Open Days in Sep, 10-4. Check website for details
  • Facilities
  • Parking nearby
Location
St John's Green, COLCHESTER
About the area
Area image
Essex is full of pleasant surprises. It has the largest coastline of any county in England, with its fair share of castles, royal connections and scenic valleys.