Plan Your Visit to Cerne Abbey
Cerne Abbey is open to visitors daily in the historic village of Cerne Abbas, a short walk from the Cerne Abbas Giant. Admission is £5 for adults and free for children under 16.
Below you will find opening times, parking and accessibility. Private guided tours of the estate are also available by arrangement.
Visitor Information
Opening Hours
Open daily, 9:00am to 8:00pm. Last admission 7:00pm.
Entrance Fee
Adults £5.00. Free for children under 16.
The Guest House Café
Seasonal refreshments, serving cakes, sweet treats, teas and coffees.
Getting Here
On Abbey Street in the historic village of Cerne Abbas, close to the Cerne Abbas Giant.
Cerne Abbey, Abbey Street, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7JQ
Parking
Nearby at Kettle Bridge Lane Car Park. Coach access by prior arrangement.
Accessibility
Some surfaces, steps and buildings have uneven access. Please contact us in advance with specific accessibility requirements.
Dogs
Welcome within the grounds when kept on a lead.
Suggested Visit Length
Most visitors allow around 45 to 90 minutes for the grounds and nearby attractions.
Combine Your Visit With the Cerne Abbas Giant
Cerne Abbey sits a short five-minute walk from the Cerne Abbas Giant, so many visitors see both in one trip, along with St Mary's Church and the wider village. The Giant is managed by the National Trust and free to view.
Private Guided Tours
Exclusive tours led by the owning family, by appointment only. Explore the medieval abbey, historic guest house and private estate grounds with personal family guidance unavailable anywhere else.
- Tours are tailored to your group and cover architecture, ecclesiastical history, restoration and estate heritage.
- Available for private groups, heritage societies, coach tours, corporate visits and special interest groups.
- Typically 45 to 90 minutes. Access to areas not open on standard visits.
- Year-round by arrangement.
Visitor FAQs
What are the opening times for Cerne Abbey?
Cerne Abbey is open daily from 9am to 8pm. Last admission is at 7pm.
How much does it cost to visit Cerne Abbey?
Admission to Cerne Abbey is £5 for adults. Children under 16 are admitted free.
Where can I park when visiting Cerne Abbey?
Parking is available at Kettle Bridge Lane Car Park in Cerne Abbas, a short walk from the abbey entrance on Abbey Street.
Is Cerne Abbey near the Cerne Abbas Giant?
Yes, the Cerne Abbas Giant chalk hill figure is approximately 5 minutes walk from Cerne Abbey, making it easy to combine both visits in one afternoon.
Are dogs allowed at Cerne Abbey?
Yes, dogs are welcome at Cerne Abbey on leads.
See more on our visitor FAQs.
