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Dale Abbey

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Dale Abbey is an abbey in Derbyshire. It is one of two abbeys the Albion Guide charts in the county. The closest station is Spondon, 5.4 km to the south-west. The nearest other abbey is Darley Abbey, 8.4 km to the west.

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