Lilleshall Abbey, located in Shropshire, England, has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. Founded in 1148 by Richard de Belmeis, the abbey was initially a Cistercian monastery before later becoming a house of Augustinian canons.

Throughout its existence, Lilleshall Abbey played a significant role in the religious and social landscape of medieval England. The abbey’s fortunes fluctuated over the centuries, experiencing periods of prosperity as well as challenges. Like many monastic institutions, Lilleshall Abbey fell victim to the dissolution of the monasteries initiated by King Henry VIII in the 16th century, leading to its closure in 1538.

The abbey’s buildings were subsequently repurposed, and today, the ruins of Lilleshall Abbey stand as a testament to its once-vibrant history, attracting visitors interested in exploring the remnants of this medieval religious site.

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33 Comments

  1. Wow, amazing abbey, cool to see how much there are still left. I love, that there are still rooms you can enter. The drone footage looks stunning.

  2. Well preserved Abbey ruins, Alessa and Brett. You right in that it makes it easier to imagine life back then. Or we could always ask the ghostly monk! Love a good ghost story. Enjoyed the history and as always stunning views from above! Thanks for the tour.

  3. It's amazing to hear about all the history and what a beautiful place you have taken us to today…amazing to see how much is still standing here…I love the ghostly story at the end as the drone footage at the end which always puts everything in perspective at the end…another beautiful Sunday thanks to you!

  4. Hi, Alessa
    Nice to listen to your professional voice-over with pleasant voice tone.
    Wowowow, You this ceiling gave me goosebumps. 3:08, arched window frame 5:27 and so on How extraordinaries the builders' work back in time!
    OMGoodness, this abby's one of victims of the Black death, plague. I have seen many videos and it is terrible even now lice we survive the epidemic last couple of yrs. Wow, a murder & a ghost…. It seems the bitter history on the crumbling walls, I reckon 5:27 I take my hat off for the challenging work to maintain this ruins. Truly, your selection of music enhance the mood you presented in the film. Love it!! Epic, Alessa and Brett!!! Alessa, you are the Queen of Castle and Abby….love love xx

  5. Hi Alessa and Brett sorry we missed your prem we were entertaining family! Lovely Abbey this we have really been enjoying the abbey remains they have a great feel when you are there! You got another great day weather wise! Beautifully narrated as always with great info, superb music choices and fabulous drone flying and we always love a ghost storey! Superb! Have a fabulous week โค๏ธ

  6. Wow Iโ€™m so happy and amazed to see how much is still left of the Abbey. I love the intricate detail in the architecture, so beautiful๐Ÿคฉ Iโ€™m rather certain the secret of the Abbey will remain a secret forever. Impressive aerial footage ๐Ÿคฉ

  7. Hi Alessa and Brett, the Abbey ruins are certainly beautiful, love the red stone work. The details around the gate were stunning. Love listening to the history, the views from the abbey are lovely. OOOh the ghostly black dressed monk. Loved the drone footage, nice to see the abbey from above with the green land below. Thank you for sharing, take care x Julie and Tony x

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