The abbey at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
The dramatic abbey ruins at Fountains are the largest monastic ruins in the country. Step back into a rich and dramatic past and imagine what life would have been like for the monks who first came here all those years ago.
Music and Lights
Here at Fountains we're getting into the Christmas spirit and have just the thing to enjoy on a chilly winter weekend: glowing lights, festive music and delicious food and drink. Come and join us!
Sat 07 Dec 2019
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14:00-17:00
A festive tale with Father Christmas
Father Christmas is waiting by Fountains Hall to tell a festive Fountains tale. He has a gift ready for all those good boys and girls too.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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11:00-11:45
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1930s Christmas at Fountains Hall
Discover what Christmas would be like in the 1930s at Fountains Hall this festive season.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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11:00-16:00
Make a Christmas tree decoration
Create a rustic Christmas tree decoration to hang up at home this festive season.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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11:00-16:00
On the hoof
Trot along to St Mary's Church to watch the wild deer munching through their winter feed.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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11:30-12:30
Winter garden tours
Join a free tour to learn more about the Aislabies, the father and son who created this World Heritage Site water garden.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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11:30-12:30
Winter abbey tour
If these walls could talk… Join one of our knowledgeable guides as they bring to life the dramatic history of this fascinating building.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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13:30-14:30
Carols by Candlelight
As Christmas fast approaches it's time for our annual family carol service.
Sun 08 Dec 2019
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15:00-15:45
Christmas lunches at Fountains Abbey
One of the best things about Christmas is not only seeing all your family and friends but the hearty food that comes along with it. Bring everyone together with a Christmas lunch at Fountains Abbey.
Tue 10 Dec 2019
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12:00-13:30
Boxing Day Pilgrimage
The service begins in Ripon Cathedral at 9.30am and the pilgrimage makes its way to the abbey where the service continues from approx. 12 noon.
Thu 26 Dec 2019
09:30-13:00
Wild wellbeing walk around Studley Royal deer park
Start the year with an invigorating Sunday morning walk enjoying the scenery and wildlife of Studley Deer Park.
Sun 05 Jan 2020
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10:00-11:30
Taster session: beginners running club at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal
Join this new beginners running club free taster session to gently build up your strength and stamina with the help of our England Athletics trained run leaders.
Wed 08 Jan 2020
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09:00-10:00
Pilates in Fountains Hall
Get yourself moving this winter with a pilates class in Fountains Hall.
Thu 09 Jan 2020
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09:00-10:00
Beginners running club at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal
Join this new beginners running club to gently build up your strength and stamina with the help of our England Athletics trained run leaders.
Wed 15 Jan 2020
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09:00-10:00
Wedding Open Days
Come and find inspiration for your perfect wedding day here at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal.
Sun 19 Jan 2020
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10:30-11:00
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Wellbeing walk around Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Start the new year being inspired by the great outdoors. Can you feel the crunch of winter leaves underfoot? Or hear the birds sing? Join this free guided walk to be mindful and present with the nature and landscape around you.
Sun 26 Jan 2020
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10:00-11:30
Devine Inspiration: landscape painting course
Join Lesley Seeger in October 2020 for a water colour and mixed media course at Studley Royal water garden. Learn to capture your surroundings on paper in this World Heritage Site setting.
Sat 03 Oct 2020
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10:00-16:00