Shaftesbury Abbey Gardens
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Gardens is situated off of Park Walk and overlooking the beautiful Blackmore Vale it is close to the famous Gold Hill. Shaftesbury held one of the most important and influential religious houses for women, it was founded by King Alfred the Great in AD888 as England’s foremost Benedictine nunnery first led by his daughter. The Abbey was instrumental in the prosperity of the town for over 650 years. Only the foundations survive after the destruction ordered by Henry VIII in 1539. The museum brings to life the story of the Abbey and the people who lived here.
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden website
Rolt Millennium Green
The goal of this area is: “To Provide And Maintain An Open Space To Be Known As “Rolt Millennium Green” For The Benefit Of The Inhabitants And To Be Used Forever As An Area For Informal Recreation Play Or Other Leisure-Time Occupations. A Meeting Area Or Place For Community Events And For Any Other Lawful Purpose Consistent With These Trusts And For The General Benefit Of The Community.”
The Rolt Millennium Green was brought to life as part of the millennium celebrations. Together, a team of local volunteers helped to design and develop a beautiful shared space in the heart of St James, Shaftesbury, to be enjoyed by the community and visitors. The green is recognised by the Dorset Wildlife Trust as a Wildlife Friendly Garden.