ROMSEY ABBEY
Romsey Abbey is one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in Europe.
The church was a great Benedictine Abbey founded in Anglo-Saxon times. And through the 12th and 13th centuries was built the Abbey you will see today.
Bought by the town from Henry VIII, it retains many distinctive features including two rare Saxon crosses, elaborate and fascinating carvings. With its light interior and warm stone, there is a rich variety of history to explore. You can see the deed of sale from Henry
VIII, a rare painted panel of saints and many other items of interest.
The Abbey is also the last resting place of Lord Louis Mountbatten.
The Abbey is now the thriving parish church for the town with events, activities, concerts and services throughout the year.
Admission is free and donations are welcome. There are guides and guidebooks available for a long or short visit. There is a gift stall and book shop. Open daily throughout the year.
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KING JOHN’S HOUSE
We would love to welcome you to King John’s House and its museum in the centre of town. Our compact site, all once owned by the Moody family, encompasses three buildings where you can discover a wealth of fascinating artefacts and memorabilia, from prehistoric times onwards, plus delightful award-winning period gardens.
In King John’s House, a medieval stone building, you can find a rare floor of animal bones and 14th-century graffiti among an atmospheric setting with costumed models and period-style furnishings. In the nearby Victorian home of the
Moody’s, come and see William Moody first with his sister, Mabel, in their parlour and then in his recreated shop.
To top your visit enjoy a light lunch or tea with home-made
cakes and scones in the timber-framed cottage tea room - or outside in the beautiful garden.
We have a regular programme of exciting and unusual children’s activities and special events.
King John’s House is also available for hire for meetings or
private functions.
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Guided Walks in Romsey

You have an hour or two, a day, a weekend? Enjoy a walk in Romsey with a Green Badge Guide through Romsey's busy heart and less well-known places.

Find out about Romsey's surprising past, links with royalty, remarkable people, the significance of the river Test and look carefully at Romsey's diverse buildings including The Abbey, one of the finest examples of Norman building in England.

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MOUNTBATTEN TRAIL

Discover the impact and importance Lord Mountbatten had on the town of Romsey. This short tour takes you to the Memorial Park, the Town Hall and ends at his resting place in the Abbey. Leaflets available from the Tourist Information Centre and Abbey bookstall at £1.

THE STREAMS OF ROMSEY

Romsey is criss-crossed with streams of all sizes that meander through the town, appearing and disappearing in an intriguing way. Discover them by exploring the old town or buy ‘Walk the Water’ from the the Tourist Information Centre at £3 which provides a key.