Waltham Abbey Church
Fine Norman Abbey founded in 1060 by King Harold, who is reputedly buried here. Visitor centre in crypt. Lee Valley Regional Park nearby. Guide available for pre-booked groups. The Lady Chapel and crypt (now a visitors' centre and shop) date from the 14thC and the tower from the 16thC. The east end was restored in the 19thC; the rose window was designed by Edward Burne-Jones. Other notable features are the painted ceiling, the Denny monument, the "Doom" painting in the Lady Chapel, the pulpit, altar and font.
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Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
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| Notes | Open all year |
Contact
Mrs Alison BrookingTel: 01992 767897
parish.office@walthamabbeychurch.co.uk
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Waltham Abbey ChurchHighbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DG
See location on Google maps.Map reference: TL 380006
By Road:
From the M25 : Follow A121 to Waltham Abbey.
By Public Transport:
Buses 250, 251, 212 and 213 pass the church.
Nearest station : 1 mile from Waltham Cross station
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Baby changing facilities
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
- Visitor information available in audio format
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system