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Calder Abbey (also known as Abbey House)

Introduction

Calder Abbey is an 18th century house which is surrounded by parkland. The Abbey was originally founded in 1134 but became ruinous after the dissolution of the monasteries in 1536. Some stone was used to build the new house but the rest of the structure remains as a feature within the park.

History

Period

18th Century

Features & Designations

Features

  • Abbey (featured building)
  • Description: 18th century house which is surrounded by parkland.
  • Parkland
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Domestic / Residential

Period

18th Century

Survival

Extant

Civil Parish

Irton with Santon