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Waltham Abbey ChurchWaltham Abbey Church

Fine Norman Abbey founded in 1060 by King Harold, who is reputedly buried here. Visitor centre in crypt. Lee Valley Regional Park nearby. Guide available for pre-booked groups. The Lady Chapel and crypt (now a visitors' centre and shop) date from the 14thC and the tower from the 16thC. The east end was restored in the 19thC; the rose window was designed by Edward Burne-Jones. Other notable features are the painted ceiling, the Denny monument, the "Doom" painting in the Lady Chapel, the pulpit, altar and font.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups French signs/guides German signs/guides Gift shop Italian signs/guides Picnic site Wheelchairs available Facilities for hearing impairedSmoking not allowed

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes Open all year
   
 
 

Contact

Mrs Alison Brooking
Tel: 01992 767897
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Venue

Waltham Abbey Church

Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DG

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Map reference: TL 380006  Lat: 51.68767  Long: -0.00437


By Road:
From the M25 : Follow A121 to Waltham Abbey.

By Public Transport:
Buses 250, 251, 212 and 213 pass the church.

Nearest station : 1 mile (1.6 kms) from Waltham Cross station

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Events at this venue

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date event
Thu 3 Oct 2013 Walk: Tudor Trail Clockwise

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information available in audio format
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
 
 
 
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