Arbroath Abbey

Arbroath Abbey, Arbroath, DD11 1EG.
The site is famous for its association with the Declaration of Arbroath, the document in which the Scottish nobles swore their independence from England in 1320.

A visitor centre provides an insight into the abbey’s history and there is an exhibition on the Declaration. The abbey was founded in 1178 for monks of the Tironensian order by King William the Lion
Opening Times:

1st Apr-30th Sep 9:30-18:30  Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
1st Oct-31st Mar 9:30-16:30  Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
1st Jan-06-2nd Jan-06 Closed New Year
25th Dec-26th Dec  Closed Christmas holidays

Note: Last admission 30 minuted before closing
Opening times listed were correct at the time of entry but should be checked before departure.

Contact Information:

Telephone 01241 878756
Website  http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk


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