The Ruins of Tintern Abbey.
Tintern Abbey was founded in 1131 by Walter de Clare, the abbey still stands proudly on the banks of the River Wye as it has for almost 900 years. A Grade I listed building, the abbey fell into ruin after the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century. It was in decline for almost 400 years before being bought by the Crown in 1901. This scheduled ancient monument is now under the care of Cadw and is the focal point of the beautiful Wye Valley.
The Ruins of Tintern Abbey.
Tintern Abbey was founded in 1131 by Walter de Clare, the abbey still stands proudly on the banks of the River Wye as it has for almost 900 years. A Grade I listed building, the abbey fell into ruin after the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century. It was in decline for almost 400 years before being bought by the Crown in 1901. This scheduled ancient monument is now under the care of Cadw and is the focal point of the beautiful Wye Valley.