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 Singleton Abbey, Swansea, Wales.
N 51° 36.636 W 003° 56.566
30U E 434719 N 5718150
In 1920 Singleton Abbey became the core of Swansea University and now houses the University's administration. The Abbey is architecturally and historically fascinating and houses many acclaimed works of grand art.
Waymark Code: WMDEWA
Location: South Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/05/2012
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"Singleton Abbey is a large nineteenth-century mansion built in the neo-Gothic style. The house was built for John Henry Vivian, an industrial magnate of great wealth whose son, Henry Hussey Vivian, became District Lord of Swansea. In 1920 Singleton Abbey became the core of Swansea University and now houses the University's administration. The Abbey is architecturally and historically fascinating and houses many acclaimed works of grand art". Source :- ( visit link)
Full name of the abbey/monastery/convent: Singleton Abbey, Swansea, Wales.
Address:
Singleton Abbey,
Swansea University
Swansea, Swansea Wales
Religious affiliation: Not Known
Web Site: [Web Link]
Status of Use: Converted to Other Use
Date founded/constructed: Not listed
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