Sawley Cistercian abbey

Open to visitorsan English Heritage site — check opening times and admission before you go

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Sawley Cistercian abbey is one of four abbeys the Albion Guide charts in Lancashire. It sits within the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. Clitheroe Station is 5.7 km away to the south-west.

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