Free Entry
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours. No access to the interior
Address:
The Sands, Whalley, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9TN
This 14th century gatehouse belonged to the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was once the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire. The first floor was probably a chapel.
Read more about the history of Whalley Abbey Gatehouse.
Before You Go
Access: A road known as The Sands runs directly through the gatehouse.
Other Information: There is no access to the interior.
Plan a Great Day Out
Nearby Sawley Abbey was also a Cistercian foundation. Set against dramatic hills, the grounds are a great place for a picnic.