Arbroath Abbey

Plan your visit

The Visitor Centre (including exhibition) and grounds (with restrictions) are open.

There is currently no visitor access to the abbey due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections.

The New Scriptorium can only be accessed during public events and workshops. For the programme of events please visit the Hospitalfield website

Please note telephone lines are currently down.

Book tickets

If you are a Member your ticket will be free, but you must book in advance. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits

Admission Tickets Save with an Explorer Pass HS Member and Explorer Pass Tickets English Heritage, Cadw & Manx Member Tickets Young Scot Tickets (pay only £1)

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Opening times

The grounds and visitor centre, including the exhibition, shop and toilets, are open.

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently no visitor access to the abbey.

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 10am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm)

Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm

We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry.

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