Introduction
Calder Abbey is an 18th century house which is surrounded by parkland. The Abbey was originally founded in 1134 but became ruinous after the dissolution of the monasteries in 1536. Some stone was used to build the new house but the rest of the structure remains as a feature within the park.
- History
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
- Features & Designations
Features
- Abbey (featured building)
- Description: 18th century house which is surrounded by parkland.
- Parkland
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
Survival
Extant
Civil Parish
Irton with Santon