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.
Light the Way
Light the Way – a new stunning, family friendly, evening light festival. Working in partnership with Peabody Trust Thamesmead, Clever Cities and Emergency Exit Arts. Light the Way will feature…
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Christmas Scavenger Trail
Help, someone has stolen Christmas from Lesnes Abbey! Can you help restore festive cheer by discovering the identity of this mystery thief? Using clues and a map you must find…
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Christmas Scavenger Trail
Help, someone has stolen Christmas from Lesnes Abbey! Can you help restore festive cheer by discovering the identity of this mystery thief? Using clues and a map you must find…
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Using natural materials, weave and create a beautiful Christmas Wreath to hang on your front door. You will be the envy of all your neighbours! There will be complimentary glass…
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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Using natural materials, weave and create a beautiful Christmas Wreath to hang on your front door. You will be the envy of all your neighbours! There will be complimentary glass…
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Lesnes Abbey Christmas Market
Come to our free 2 day Christmas Market where you can enjoy browsing through gift stalls, festive foods, fun and community stalls too! Don’t forget the mulled wine and hot…
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Lesnes Abbey Christmas Market
Come to our free 2 day Christmas Market where you can enjoy browsing through gift stalls, festive foods, fun and community stalls too! Don’t forget the mulled wine and hot…
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Lesnes Abbey Woods Farmers and Craft Market
We are excited to announce that Lesnes Abbey will be having its very own monthly farmers market! This will be on the 2nd Sunday of each month starting from 13th…
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Lesnes Abbey Woods Farmers and Craft Market
We are excited to announce that Lesnes Abbey will be having its very own monthly farmers market! This will be on the 2nd Sunday of each month starting from 13th…
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Lesnes Abbey Woods Farmers and Craft Market
We are excited to announce that Lesnes Abbey will be having its very own monthly farmers market! This will be on the 2nd Sunday of each month starting from 13th…
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Latest news
Find out about the latest updates and activities that are happening at Lesnes Abbey Woods
Light The Way
Huge thank you to everyone who came to braved the weather to come and see Light the Way. We would…
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Light the Way Programme and Map Released!
You can now download the map and programme for Light the Way on 27th November 5pm – 9pm 2021. Find…
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Hundreds come to Lesnes Abbey Proms
Over 400 people came to Lesnes Abbey Proms. It was a joy listening to The English Baroque Choir, Bexley Music’s…
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