Basingwerk Abbey is a Grade I listed ruined abbey near Holywell, Flintshire, Wales. The abbey, which was founded in the 12th century, belonged to the Order of Cistercians. It maintained significant lands in the English county of Derbyshire. The abbey was abandoned and its assets sold following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1536.
Remains of Basingwerk Abbey
Basingwerk Abbey (1845) from the southwest
Basingwerk Abbey. A miniature by Moses Griffiths, c.1778
Image: Basingwerk Priory
Grade I listed buildings in Flintshire
In the United Kingdom, the term listed building refers to a building or other structure officially designated as being of special architectural, historical, or cultural significance; Grade I structures are those considered to be "buildings of exceptional interest". Listing was begun by a provision in the Town and Country Planning Act 1947. Once listed, strict limitations are imposed on the modifications allowed to a building's structure or fittings. In Wales, the authority for listing under the Planning Act 1990 rests with Cadw.
Image: Hawarden Castle
Image: Fferm Farmhouse (cropped)
Image: Plas Teg Hall. geograph.org.uk 430939
Image: Ewloe Castle geograph.org.uk 878422
