May half term at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal




Visiting the Studley deer park at Fountains abbey
It’s a special time in the Studley deer park as the deer start to have their young. If you’re planning a visit over the next few months, please have a read through this guidence so you can help us look after the deer during this vulnerable time.
Please don’t get too close
We know they look sweet and it’s tempting to snap a photo up close, but a female deer will be able to smell your scent on her baby and it may cause her to abandon her young. Please keep a minimum of 30 meters away.
Don’t worry if you spot a baby deer on its own
The young fawns are often left alone in a safe place by the females during the day. If you’re really concerned please give the estate office a call and our ranger team will come and do a welfare check.
Always keep dogs on a short lead
Dogs must always be on a lead here at Studley, no matter the time of year. New mums or expecting deer are particularly nervous of even the waggiest of tails.
Keep to the paved or mown grass paths
Long grass and quiet places are perfect ‘safe spots’ for baby deer to be hiding. Keep them safe by sticking to the paths.
Thank you for your help looking after the Studley deer.

