Welcome to Lesnes Abbey Woods
Situated in South East London, this unique site offers 88 hectares of ancient woodland, a park and a ruined abbey. We welcome visitors all year round with a range of events and a beautiful space for conferences, workshops and wedding receptions.
What's on
There is plenty to do: Fitness and art classes; school and group visits; events and volunteering opportunities.
Halloween Crafts
Join us for a session of Halloween crafts at Lesnes Abbey which will help you create a spooky atmosphere back at home. Get in the Halloween spirit! By making your…
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Halloween Story Trail
A witch has taken up her home in Lesnes Abbey and accidently turned herself into a frog. She needs your help with the brewing of a powerful restoration potion to…
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Hansel and Gretel
The Ruined Theatre, the team behind the summer hits Our Teacher’s a Troll and Peter Pan, now bring you another thrilling tale! When Hansel and Gretel’s devoted father has a…
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Latest news
Find out about the latest updates and activities that are happening at Lesnes Abbey Woods
Wonderful Woodlands Festival
ust over 2 years ago the Friends of Lesnes Abbey and Woods were constituted as a group. During this time,…
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Launch of Woodland Festival
We are really excited to announce that we are working with the Friends of Lesnes Abbey & Woods, who have…
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Green Flag Award 2023
The London Borough of Bexley celebrates receiving the Green Flag Award for Lesnes Abbey Woods. Lesnes Abbey Woods raised its…
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Lesnes Abbey visitor survey
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