Melrose Abbey

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The abbey grounds, cloister and museum 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 church. Find out more about our conservation work.

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Opening times

The abbey grounds, cloister and museum are open to visitors.

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 church.

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.15pm)

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