Mount St Bernard Abbey
Mount St Bernard Abbey
Mount Saint Bernard Abbey is situated in Charnwood Forest, Leicestershire. An area of particular natural beauty in the very heart of England. It is home to an order of Cistercian Monks of the Strict Observance (Trappists).
At Mount Saint Bernard Abbey today, the monks are involved in the running of:
- a 200 acre beef farm
- the production of pottery
- bookbinding
- building and maintenance
- upkeep of a vegetable garden and orchard
- beekeeping
- running a shop and guesthouse
The abbey is open daily until 7.30pm.
Venue Category:
Religious Buildings
Activities provided:
Animal Encounters
Arts and Crafts
Coasteering
Guided Tour
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Citizenship
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Religious Education
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Oaks-In-Charnwood
Coalville
Leicestershire
LE67 5UL
Venue Contact Number:
01530 832 298
Contact Email:
Venue Website: