Wroxall Abbey Estate has continued to evolve since the time of the Dugdales. In 1936 the Mansion and grounds became a private school for girls. Originally called the Laurels, Wroxall Abbey School was closed in 1995.
After lying empty for five years, and following a series of fortuitous coincidences, the Estate was acquired by a private company, Wroxall Abbey Estate Ltd in 2001. Since then, a multi-million pound investment has been made in the restoration and conversion, commencing with extensive remedial work to the Grade I listed Wren’s Chapel.
The major phase of the transformation of the Estate is now complete, opening another new chapter in its history. Following the sympathetic enhancement and refurbishment, Wroxall offers the discerning guests the pleasure of: