Revesby Abbey

Historical Site Historic country house on former Cistercian abbey estate

Built atop medieval abbey remains in Lincolnshire, Revesby Abbey is a country house and estate visited for its formal gardens, periodic public events and exhibitions of local history.

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Revesby Abbey
Revesby Abbey, Revesby, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
53.1436, -0.0474
Opening varies (estate hosts public events seasonally)

How to Get to Revesby Abbey #

Revesby lies in Lincolnshire, roughly midway between Horncastle and Boston. The estate is best reached by car; public transport options are limited and event days may have bespoke shuttle services listed on the estate website.

Check the Revesby Abbey website for event calendars, opening days and visitor information before travelling.

Tips for Visiting Revesby Abbey #

  • Check Revesby Abbey's event calendar before visiting - the estate opens for festivals, garden days and private events rather than permanent daily opening hours.
  • If the gardens are open, visit early for better light and to avoid coach groups.
  • Follow signs and respect private‑property areas; much of the house and grounds are used for events and private functions.

Best Time to Visit Revesby Abbey #

Visit when the estate lists public openings or events; much of the site remains privately used and is not continuously open to casual visitors.

Late Spring-Summer (May-Aug)
May-August · 50-75°F (10-24°C)
Garden openings and estate events are most common; lawns and borders are at their best.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
September-October · 40-60°F (4-16°C)
Cooler air and softer light make the house and parkland feel particularly atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Revesby Abbey #

Climate

Revesby Abbey's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (621 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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