Quarr Abbey
Quarr, Fishbourne, Isle of Wight, Ryde, England, PO33 4ES
Next service Sunday 19 July · 10:00 — Conventual Mass
Quick answer
Quarr Abbey is a Roman Catholic church at Quarr, Fishbourne, Isle of Wight in Ryde, England. Sunday services include Conventual Mass at 10:00 — times verified 18 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 18 July 2026
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic (catholic)
- Location
- Ryde, England
- Postcode
- PO33 4ES
- Diocese
- Diocese of Portsmouth
- Main service
- Sunday 10:00 — Conventual Mass
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Conventual Mass
verified 18 July 2026
Conventual Mass
verified 18 July 2026
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.
Notable facts about Quarr Abbey
- Churches styled "abbey" trace their roots to monastic communities once led by an abbot or abbess, and many are among the oldest and most architecturally significant places of worship in the country.
- The Roman Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination in the world and in the UK, tracing its leadership in continuous succession from the Apostle Peter.
- Quarr Abbey belongs to the Diocese of Portsmouth, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
What to Expect at a Roman Catholic Church
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.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Working Benedictine monastery
- Tea shop
- Farm shop
- Visitor centre
- Monastery shop
- Woodland walks
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
Quarr Abbey holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
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.