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a Abbey in the town of Tewkesbury, in the county of Gloucestershire

About Tewkesbury Abbey

Standing taller than any other building in tewkesbury, is the fantastic tewkesbury abbey. It is over 500 years old and has the tallest Norman tower in England. If you visit Tewkesbury, you MUST visit this grand and fabulous abbey. It is known as The 'Westminster Abbey' of the Feudal Barony. So called because of its wonderful collection of tombs and monuments. It is reputed to be the second largest parish church in England, larger than fourteen cathedrals and has the largest norman tower in England offering fantastic views across the Severn and Avon valleys. Shrouded in history, it has been home to a Benedictine group of monks for over 500 years and played a part in the historic Battle of Tewkesbury that took place in 1471 and was a decisive battle in the War of the Roses. It has splendid architecture throughout and some equisitly sculptured tombs of some of the great families of the middle ages - the de Clares, Despensers, and Beauchamps. It has some of the finest medieval stained glass in the country and is also home to a 17th century Milton organ, reputedly the oldest in the country that is still in daily use today.

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Book the Bell Hotel in Church St, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England

Bell Hotel
Church St, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
With parts of the hotel dating back to 1696, the Bell Hotel boasts a large open fire, cosey bar and a superb restaurant with an extensive menu and a guaranteed warm welcome. Each of the 25 bedrooms are comfortable in style, with television, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, phones (and computer point) and tea and coffee making facilities. We have a good sized meeting room with various rates available. Opposite the hotel stands Tewkesbury Abbey with its massive Norman tower and within a short drive is Bredon Hill and the towns of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Unfortunately we are unable to provide disabled facilities however we do have four ground floor rooms available.
Facilities: Parking, Pets Allowed
Hotel Prices: from £65.00
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Nearby travel help

M5 Junction 9	(1.6 miles, 2.6 km, direction NE)
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury Station	(2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction NE)
M50 Junction 1	(3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction N)
Cheltenham Spa Station	(6.6 miles, 10.6 km, direction S)
Birmingham International Airport	(37.0 miles, 59.6 km, direction NE)
Bristol International Airport	(48.0 miles, 77.2 km, direction SW)
Tewkesbury Abbey to London	(93.2 miles, 150.0 km, direction E)

Hotels near Tewkesbury Abbey

	Tewkesbury Park Hotel, Golf & Country Club Lincoln Green Lane, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) A tastefully extended Victorian manor house set in 176 acres of parkland with panoramic views of the golf course. Only 5 minutes from the M5 and within easy reach of Cheltenham, Worcester and Gloucest... More info and book online.. Price from £61.00
	Sleep Inn Tewkesbury Off Shannon Way, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) Modern air-conditioned Sleep Inn hotel, located on the edge of the Cotswolds, just 600 yards from m5 j9. Air conditioning, king-size beds, modem points and walk-in power showers are standard in all of... More info and book online.. Price from £42.00
	Jessop House Hotel Tewkesbury 65 Church Street, Tewkesbury, Glos, Gloucestershire, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km) Jessop House Hotel is situated in the heart of Tewkesbury and a stones throw from Tewkesbury Abbey. The hotel is a Grade II Georgian townhouse retaining most of it's original features. Jessop House Ho... More info and book online.. Price from £59.00
	Bell Hotel Church St, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km) With parts of the hotel dating back to 1696, the Bell Hotel boasts a large open fire, cosey bar and a superb restaurant with an extensive menu and a guaranteed warm welcome. Each of the 25 bedrooms ar... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00
	Tudor House Hotel High Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England (0.7 miles, 1.2 km) Established by the Pilgrim Fathers in 1540, the Hotel is in a perfect location for exploring this beautiful region. With all the character of our hotel and the beauiful location, your stay with us cou... More info and book online.. Price from £40.00