Your visit at a glance
Quarr Abbey is a Roman Catholic church at Quarr, Fishbourne, Isle of Wight in Ryde, England. Sunday services include Conventual Mass at 10:00. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Mass and service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday10:00
Conventual Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Weekdays09:00
Conventual Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026
The church & its community
About Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey, formally the Abbey of Our Lady of Quarr, is a working Benedictine monastery of the Solesmes Congregation near Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight. Built between 1907 and 1912 for a French monastic community in exile, its remarkable brick church was designed by one of the monks, the architect Dom Paul Bellot, and is now Grade I listed. The abbey stands beside the ruins of a medieval Cistercian abbey founded in 1132. Visitors are welcome at the monks' sung worship, and the grounds include a tea shop, farm shop, visitor centre and woodland walks.
- Christian tradition
- Roman Catholic
- Town & country
- Ryde, England
- Postcode
- PO33 4ES
- Diocese
- Diocese of Portsmouth
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
Roman Catholic worship centres on the Mass, the celebration of the Eucharist. A typical Mass includes readings from Scripture, a homily, the Liturgy of the Eucharist and Holy Communion, and usually lasts around an hour. Most parishes offer a Saturday evening Vigil Mass as well as Sunday morning Masses, along with regular opportunities for confession (reconciliation). Visitors of any background are welcome to attend.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Specific access facilities have not been confirmed in this listing. This does not mean the church is inaccessible.
Other listed facilities and activities
- Working Benedictine monastery
- Tea shop
- Farm shop
- Visitor centre
- Monastery shop
- Woodland walks
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about Quarr Abbey
Where is Quarr Abbey?
Quarr Abbey is located at Quarr, Fishbourne, Isle of Wight, Ryde, PO33 4ES, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Quarr Abbey?
Quarr Abbey is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Diocese of Portsmouth. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Quarr Abbey?
The listed schedule for Quarr Abbey is Sunday 10:00 (Conventual Mass); Weekdays 09:00 (Conventual Mass). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Quarr Abbey?
You can contact Quarr Abbey by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Quarr Abbey?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Quarr Abbey welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.