Activities at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
The Lost Spa trail
Take in some of the best countryside around Ripon with a walk through woodland, a high sided valley and medieval deer park on this walk to explore the ruins of a lost spa.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 7.0 miles (11.25km)
Walk on the wild side
Fun for all the family on this circular walk spotting the creatures that make their home in Studley Royal Deer Park, Seven Bridges Valley and surrounding countryside.
- Easy
- 2 hours 3 mins
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)
Opening times between Boxing Day and New Year
Pull on your boots to come for a stroll in the fresh air, bring the kids to run wild in the play park or indulge in a nice cup of tea in the tea-rooms – we’re open all week.
Help us bring back the Dying Gladiator
Help us raise funds for restoring the water garden back to its 18th century heyday, including restoring a long lost statue…
Deer park walk
Our deer ranger has picked this walk as one of his favourites within the park for looking out for some of the 500 wild deer that live here.
- Moderate
- 1 hour
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
Bring your dog to Fountains Abbey
Bring your four-legged friend along to explore Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. There's lots to see!
Walking at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal
There are miles of footpaths and trails for you to explore in this beautiful landscape. Explore the woodland High Ride path through the estate or wander through Seven Bridges Valley. Wherever you choose to go, grab your boots now and stretch your legs!
Studley Park, Water Gardens and Abbey
Learn more about the 18th-century landscape of the Deer Park and the Seven Bridges Valley on this 5-mile circular walk at Fountains Abbey.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)
Fountains Abbey ancient trees walk
On this circular walk you'll learn a little more about the ancient trees in the Deer Park and gain insights into 18th-century landscaping.
- Easy
- 50 mins
- 2.5 miles (4.0km)
A walk through the centuries at Fountains Abbey
An easy walk through the Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Estate, exploring the significant stages in the estate's history from 1132 to 1987.
- Easy
- 3 hours
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)
The Seven Bridges Valley walk
See a rustic and beautiful side of the estate on this circular walk starting at the Lake outfall and following the meandering Skell river.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 3.8 miles (6.1km)
Boots, gaiters and vistas walk at Fountains Abbey
This route will take you around the boundary of the estate with fantastic views of the Abbey, deer park and water garden to enjoy.
- Moderate
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)
Ripon and Fountains Abbey walk
This walk allows visitors to reach Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden via footpaths, roadways, bridleways and Studley Royal Deer Park.
- Moderate
- 4 hours
- 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire
There are 800 acres of countryside to explore at Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire. Which route will you take?