St Osyth Priory Guided Walking Tours

Guided walking tour of St Osyth Priory's historic buildings with expert commentary.  Built in 1121 as a Priory and later upgraded to an Abbey, the building has been a feature on the landscape of St. Osyth for 900 years. With one of the finest gatehouses in Europe, at the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1539, Henry VIIIs courtiers fought to gain possession of it and create a stately home. Continuing with a varied and interesting history throughout the centuries you will be able to see the buildings that shaped the story and find out about the fascinating characters who owned them.

Meet at the St. Osyth Priory Estate car park. via West Field Lane. (gates will open on approach). ///perfectly.multiply.flaked

There are no toilets on site for visitors but Public conveniences are located in Church Square just across the road for The Bury.

Please note that the paths are gravel and may be uneven in places, the tour includes approx. 1.5 hours of walking, therefore tours may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. If you are unsure, please discuss your needs before purchasing a ticket. 

An email will be sent to the address used to make the booking in the event the tour is cancelled.  We may be able to transfer your booking to another date if this is the case, or will provide a refund if we are unable to do so. 

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