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Features

• Architectural features include Norman arches and Barrel vaults
• Connected with the Abbey are historical figures such as Richard the Lyon, Mary of Guise, Mary Queen of Scots and even Bonnie Prince Charlie
• The Abbey is situated in the award winning hamlet of Balmerino Village where examples of medieval farm buildings can be seen

About the property
The ruins of Balmerino Abbey are a fine example of a 13th century Cistercian monastery, which became a dwelling house of the lords Balmerino after secularisation in 1603.

Opening times

Open all year, daily