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Melrose Abbey. Coordinates: 55°35′56″N 2°43′4″W. St Mary's Abbey, Melrose is a partly ruined monastery of the Cistercian order in Melrose, Roxburghshire, in the Scottish Borders. It was founded in 1136 by Cistercian monks at the request of King David I of Scotland and was the chief house of that order in the country until the Reformation.
- 1609
- Rievaulx Abbey
- 1136
- Cistercian
Visit the abbey grounds, cloister and museum of Melrose Abbey, the final resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce. Book tickets online, check opening times and events, and learn about the conservation work.
Visit the historic abbey in Roxburghshire, Scotland, with reduced admission due to conservation works. Book online to guarantee entry and check the opening hours, accessibility and current closures.
Visit the magnificent ruin of Melrose Abbey, founded by David I in 1136 and destroyed by the English in 1385. See the lavishly decorated masonry, the sculptures, the museum and the possible burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart.
- Abbey Street, Melrose, TD6 9LG
Learn about the history of Melrose Abbey, the first Cistercian monastery in Scotland, founded by David I in 1136 and a powerful symbol of his authority in the Borders. Explore the stunning architecture of the abbey church, the rich history of its occupants and the everyday objects of its monastic life.
Aug 26, 2020 · Learn about the history, architecture, and attractions of Melrose Abbey, the most famous ruin in Scotland and the first Cistercian monastery in Scotland. Find out how to get there, when to visit, and what to see and do at this medieval site near the River Tweed.
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May 26, 2021 · Melrose Abbey was the first Cistercian abbey in Scotland, founded in 1136 by David I. It was home to 450 years of monastic life until falling into ruin after the 16th century. Today, only part of the 14th century church survives and is open to the public. Learn more about its history, architecture, and significance as the starting point of the St Cuthbert’s Way.
