The Abbey Church of St Peter and St Paul, more usually known as Dorchester Abbey, is the parish church of Dorchester-on-Thames, a small Oxfordshire village with just over 1000 inhabitants, located 8 miles south-east of Oxford.

Dorchester Abbey serves not only as the spiritual centre of the village, with many different parish activities, but also as pro-Cathedral and place of pilgrimage. It is a popular tourist destination, educational resource and, as the largest public building in South Oxfordshire, a much-sought after venue for concerts and other major events.

Whether you come as pilgrim or visitor, we look forward to welcoming you to the Abbey and to the last remaining monastic building, the Guest House, home of the famous Tea Room and the Museum.

Photograph courtesy of Frank Blackwell.

The Abbey is open 365 days a year, 8am to 6pm and entry is free. On occasion, the building may not be fully accessible if in use for services, weddings, concerts, recordings, repair or restoration work. To ensure you are not disappointed, please check the services and events listings or telephone the parish office before you come. If you are planning a group visit or tour, it is essential to pre-book with the parish office.

Disabled access: Ramp into Abbey and Cloister Gallery, Disabled toilet.

Museum and Tea Room available.

Please note: The Abbey has no car park. Please use the free public car park in Bridge End, directly opposite the Abbey.

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WWW: www.dorchester-abbey.org.uk

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