Kirkstall Abbey in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

A visitor guide to Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds. Find essential information on opening hours, prices, and accessibility for exploring this medieval Cistercian ruin. Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features of Kirkstall Abbey Kirkstall Abbey is one of the most complete and well-preserved examples of…
Rievaulx Abbey near Helmsley in North Yorkshire.

7 of the best Cistercian monastic ruins in England

Discover seven of the best Cistercian monastic ruins in England. Explore the history and architecture of these great religious sites, including Rievaulx and Fountains. The Cistercian order arrived in England in the 12th century. They founded houses in remote, often wild, locations. Their goal was…