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Fountains Abbey is one of the largest and best preserved ruined Cistercian monasteries in England. It is located approximately 3 miles (5 km) south-west of Ripon in North Yorkshire, near to the village of Aldfield.
5 days ago · Visit a World Heritage Site with ancient abbey ruins and a stunning water garden in Yorkshire. Find opening times, prices, facilities, accessibility and more information for your visit.
Fountains Abbey was once one of the wealthiest and largest monasteries in the country. Visit the abbey ruins, Porter's Lodge, Fountains Hall, Fountains Mill and Swanley Grange to learn about the monastic life and heritage crafts.
Explore the ruins of the largest monastic complex in England and the stunning Georgian water garden created by the Aislabie family. Learn how these two estates became one and discover their cultural and historical significance.
Fountains Abbey lies along the valley of the River Skell about two miles west of Ripon. The Abbey, Britain’s largest monastic ruin, was founded in 1132 by thirteen Benedictine monks from St Mary’s Abbey in York seeking a simpler life, who later became Cistercian monks. The abbey was named Fountains Abbey because of the springs of water that ...
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal are the most beautiful places I have been to in England. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located a couple of miles outside Ripon and the journey to get there is very easy. Be prepared to walk around… a lot.
Explore the 18th century designed landscape of Studley Royal Park, with the ruins of the Cistercian Fountains Abbey, a masterpiece of human creative genius. Learn about the history, architecture and conservation of this outstanding example of the English garden style and World Heritage site.
