Abbey ruins

Enjoy the outdoors

Visit our Grade II listed abbey ruins

Monk sculpture

Great day out

Explore the woods and find the hidden sculptures

Festival

Family fun

So much to see and do

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.

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What's on

There is plenty to do: Fitness and art classes; school and group visits; events and volunteering opportunities.

Lore of the Wild Writing Retreat

Join @bernadetterussell and @sophiejanesnaps from @loreofthewild in the heart of the woods for a series of outdoor creative writing workshops that will bring you closer to the wild within and…

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Christmas Crafts in the Clearing

Join Woodland Whispers under the canopy in The Clearing for some festive Christmas Crafting, marshmallows and some hot chocolate.  What better way to spend a relaxing morning  before the bustle…

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Winter Wreaths

Brighten your room and heart in these dark winter months with beautiful wreathes and garlands made from locally sourced materials. Enliven your senses and spaces with fragrant, natural flora you…

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Using natural materials weave and create a beautiful Christmas Wreath to hang on your front door or gift as an early Christmas present. You will be the envy of all…

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Lesnes Christmas Trail

Our festive trail returns this Christmas to Lesnes Abbey. Solve the trail and win a small prize. It is a great activity to do with the family and to get…

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Lesnes Abbey Christmas Market

Christmas isn’t Christmas without the annual Lesnes Abbey Celebration in our ancient woodlands! A Christmas market, mulled cider and festive cocktails, Father Christmas visits us! Live entertainment and carols, Classic…

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View of the Lodge through trees

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

Lady using a pole lathe

Woodland Crafts Workshops

Creative Nature HQ have officially moved into The Clearing.  There is plenty of opportunities to get involved.  If you have…

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photo with the Mayor of bexley at the launch of The Clearing

The Clearing Launch

We were delighted to invite The Mayor of Bexley to the launch of our new outdoor space The Clearing.  Guests…

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19 people standing in front of Lesnes Abbey with new 2024 Green Flag Award

Lesnes 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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Lesnes Abbey visitor survey

We value your opinion and would like to hear what you think about Lesnes Abbey Woods.