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Jedburgh Abbey is a ruined Augustinian abbey located in the county of Roxburghshire, in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Considered a major tourist site, thousands of visitors come each year to admire the architecture. It must be said that the complex is imposing, and dates from the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. It is located in Jedburgh, in the county of Roxburghshire, in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland.
The history of Jedburgh Abbey begins in 1138. At that time, the building was commissioned by King David I of Scotland and John I, Bishop of Glasgow. It was built as a priory and then developed over the years…
Unfortunately, from 1296 onwards, the abbey was regularly attacked as a result of the tensions between the British and the Scots. Then in bad condition, the building changed progressively: nowadays, only the church (without a roof) has remained as it was.
The latter was used as a parish church until 1875, when it was finally abandoned.
Nowadays, Jedburgh Abbey is managed by Historic Scotland. It is possible to visit it and discover its history and architecture.
And there is a lot to learn! You will learn that Jedburgh is one of the four great abbeys established in the Scottish Borders in the 1100s. Its roofless church is a magnificent example of both Romanesque and Gothic styles. It must be said that the building has been rebuilt many times, evolving over time.
Thus, you will not be surprised to find magnificent Romanesque cylindrical pillars, arched windows, a nave with Gothic arches… The abbey mixes genres and offers an imposing decor that will make you feel very small in front of such a huge construction!
Finally, don’t miss the highlight of the show: the large rose window on the west gable, built in 1440, which is undoubtedly the most fascinating moment of the visit!
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