Newstead Abbey (nottinghamshire)

Advantages: Lots to see, beautiful grounds
Disadvantages: Peacocks everywhere!!

I got married at Newstead Abbey on the most glorious summer day in July 2006. Contrary to popular belief, this is not actually an abbey any more. The History A little bit of history sourced from the Newstead Abbey website (www.newsteadabbey.org.uk): "Newstead Abbey, best known as the former home of the poet Lord Byron, was originally an Augustinian priory founded by Henry II in about 1170. A small religious community existed there until Henry ...
...Henry granted Newstead to the poet's ancestor, Sir John Byron, who converted the priory into a house for his family." There is lots more history to this house, but that explains the name and the connection to Lord Byron. I feel that this is the most important history of the house and the rest of it is a bit long winded so I will just advise you that if you are interested, it is possibly best to have a look at the website otherwise my review will ... Read review

Advantages: Beautiful exterior and interesting gardens, really colourful in summer
Disadvantages: Byron is boring! not the best kept stately home

...Newstead Abbey (8 miles N of Notts) with its haunting beauty and lavish "international gardens" has long been my favourite place to visit in Nottinghamshire. Living only about 5 miles from the abbey (which was actually a priory) I know the gardens with their tunnels, hidden paths and houses like the back of my hand. Originally built as a priory to house local monks (not sure whether they were Augustinian or Cistercian) it was partly destroyed during the Dissolution in Heny VIII's reign. The adjoining house with its austere facade and crenellations has been home to several Lord Byrons including the famous "mad, bad and dangerous to know" poet and houses a Byron Museum, with rooms still containing original furnishings and decoration from days gone by. The interior is still worth a look even if you can't stand Byronian poetry... Read review

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...ticket for every ten tickets purchased. This is the place to visit to get an idea of the history of Nottingham from the peoples view. Learn how Nottingham survived the war, and what shopping in Nottingham was like during the Middle Ages. These are just two of the many attractions in Nottingham. Others to visit include: Tales of Robin Hood, Olde Trip to Jerusalem, Nottingham Museum of Costume and Textile, Newstead Abbey, Rufford Abbey, Wollaton Hall. Places to Stay in Nottingham ******************************* Comfort Hotel Nottingham, George Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 United Kingdom Slap bang in the centre of Nottingham, this is the ideal base for exploring the shopping, nightlife and tourist attractions this vibrant city has to offer. Rooms start from £39 a night B&B, and the hotel includes a restaurant... Read review

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