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Explore the house at Anglesey Abbey

The Dining Room at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire
Anglesey Abbey was formerly a priory for Augustinian canons | © National Trust Images/Andreas von Einsiedel

A passion for tradition and impressing guests inspired one man to transform a rundown country house and desolate landscape. Discover the many layers that Anglesey Abbey has to offer, and explore its rich history from monastic priory to 20th-century home.

A home for Lord Fairhaven

At the age of 30, the future Lord Fairhaven began to create his first home. Wanting to inspire and surprise visitors, he created a spectacular garden with planting for all seasons, along with a cosy house in which to entertain.

Life revolved around horse racing and shooting, and guests enjoyed 1930s luxury. 

Step through a different door and immerse yourself in a small but perfectly formed experience.  
 

Opening times

The House is open daily from 11am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm), including the upstairs. Please check the opening times on our website for the most up-to-date information before visiting. We look forward to welcoming you.

Please note that currently there is only step-free access to the Tapestry Hall, Dining Room and Domestic Wing while we wait for floorboards to be repaired. To find out more about accessibility at Anglesey Abbey please call us on 01223 810080.

Explore the rooms at Anglesey Abbey

The Oak Room at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire
The Oak Room at Anglesey Abbey | © National Trust Images/Andreas von Einsiedel

The Oak Room

The Oak Room features early 17th-century wood panelling, along with a limestone fireplace.

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Other areas to discover

Domestic Wing

The Domestic Wing of the house has been restored to how it looked in the 1960s when it was last used as a private home.

When Lord Fairhaven left Anglesey Abbey to the Trust in the 1960s, he wanted it preserved so that people could see what his life was like.

The Domestic Wing reveals the hard work that went on behind the scenes.

Library Corridor

This corridor includes the Abbey Room, the Ship Room, the Bathroom, the Business Room and the Library.

Newmarket Corridor

This includes the Newmarket Bedroom, the Newmarket Bathroom, the Cambridge Room and the Queens Bedroom and Bathroom.

Windsor Corridor

This includes the Windsor Room, the Windsor Bathroom and the Quy Room.

Visitors in the Newmarket Corridor at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire

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