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.
Lesnes Twilights Razmataz
Summer is back! Why not get tickets for Lesnes Abbey Twilights – an early evening street food and music event. Performance is 7-9pm but gates open to buy from our…
Read moreLesnes Performs!
We are really excited to welcome back Ruined Theatre with these amazing opportunities for young people and children who are interested in performance. Musical Kids – 14/15/16 April (5 – 11…
Read moreLesnes Abbey Easter Festival 2025
Lesnes Abbey Easter Festival is back with it’s amazing marketplace, free arts and crafts, face painting, dance workshops, Easter Bunny visit, plus this year Jack Sparrow sails in too, and…
Read moreLesnes Twlights Cygnet Committee
We are excited to announce the return of Lesnes Twilights! Located in the Monks Garden situated in the picturesque surroundings of the historic Lesnes Abbey Ruins our live band will be the…
Read moreEaster Egg Trail
Our popular Easter Egg Trail is Back! Find the eggs to work out which animals are hiding in the park If you find them all, then you will receive a…
Read moreLesnes Abbey Farmers Market
Lesnes Abbey has its very own monthly farmers market! This will be on the 2nd Sunday of each month and will feature locally sourced and handmade food, fresh produce, craft…
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Looking for somewhere to host your event, party or conference in beautiful surroundings?
Latest news
Find out about the latest updates and activities that are happening at Lesnes Abbey Woods
Woodland Crafts Workshops
Creative Nature HQ have officially moved into The Clearing. There is plenty of opportunities to get involved. If you have…
Read moreThe Clearing Launch
We were delighted to invite The Mayor of Bexley to the launch of our new outdoor space The Clearing. Guests…
Read moreLesnes Abbey Awarded 2024 Green Flag
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded 2024 2025 Green Flag Award. This scheme recognises and rewards…
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