Newenham Abbey
Historical Site Ruined medieval Cistercian abbey in Devon
Ruins of a medieval Cistercian abbey in Devon, Newenham Abbey offer stone remains and countryside walks; visitors come for history, quiet trails and local heritage interpretation.
How to Get to Newenham Abbey #
Newenham Abbey is accessed by local country lanes off the A38 corridor. The site is a short drive from nearby towns; parking is typically informal. Walking from a local village is common and delightful in fair weather.
Tips for Visiting Newenham Abbey #
- Bring a good torch if visiting at dusk-the abbey ruins have uneven stone paths and mossed steps.
- Look for carved mason's marks and the layout of cloister gardens-small details reveal medieval building logic.
Best Time to Visit Newenham Abbey #
Milder months are preferred for exploring abbey ruins and the surrounding pastoral landscape.
Weather & Climate near Newenham Abbey #
Newenham Abbey's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (869 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
