What's On at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
30 years of World Heritage Site exhibition
Come down to Fountains Hall and join us in celebrating our 30th birthday of being a World Heritage Site.
Mon 26 Sep 2016
+ 66 other dates
10:30-17:30
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.
Mon 26 Sep 2016
+ 34 other dates
11:00-12:00
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folly!
Follow paths through the water garden to the Banqueting House and Temple of Piety this year to see visual magic of the most extraordinary kind by internationally renowned artist Mat Collishaw.
Mon 26 Sep 2016
+ 34 other dates
11:00-16:00
Abbey & water garden tour
A tale of two parts, revisit the Abbey's monastic past before experiencing the Georgian splendour of the water garden.
Mon 26 Sep 2016
+ 34 other dates
13:00-14:30
Special tour - Reformation and Dissolution
Join John on a tour to learn about the final chapter of the abbey's turbulent history.
Fri 30 Sep 2016
11:30-13:00
Autumn Explorer Map
Pick up an autumn explorer map to discover all that's amazing at Fountains Abbey this season.
Sat 01 Oct 2016
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10:00-17:00
Autumn deer watch
Do you know your stags from your hinds and your reds from your sikas?
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 1 other date
11:30-13:30
Fountains by Floodlight
Experience something truly special this autumn as you explore the illuminated ruins of Fountains Abbey.
Sat 01 Oct 2016
+ 4 other dates
17:00-21:00
Waterwheel Workshops
Come and make a 'splash' down by our 800 year old mill as Simon shows you how a waterwheel works - and helps you to make your own!
Sun 02 Oct 2016
+ 9 other dates
11:30-12:00
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Embroidery workshop
Make your own rustic wall hanging inspired by the beautiful surroundings of Fountains Abbey.
Sat 08 Oct 2016
10:00-16:00
Natural dyeing course
Learn how to forage and dye with natural dyeing expert Debbie Fisher.
Sun 16 Oct 2016
10:00-16:00
Medieval Tile Making
Join us at Swanley Grange to make your own medieval tile.
Sat 22 Oct 2016
+ 8 other dates
11:00-15:00
Autumn Colour Walk
From glorious golds to rich russets, the estate is simply bursting with colour at this time of year.
Sat 22 Oct 2016
11:30-13:00
Do it yourself folly! Art day
Make your own magic art inspired by folly!
Sun 23 Oct 2016
11:00-15:00
Make a hedgehog house
As winter approaches we're not the only ones wrapping up warm in preparation for the chill!
Tue 25 Oct 2016
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10:00-11:00
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Illuminated Initials
Using a selection of exciting materials; yarns, feathers, buttons and beads children can embroider and decorate their own initial.
Tue 25 Oct 2016
+ 1 other date
11:00-13:00
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Knit Wits
Have your first try or improve basic knitting skills.
Fri 28 Oct 2016
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11:00-13:00
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Autumn Drive Through
Drive into a magical scene of Fountains at night, see the glowing abbey and finish with a warming drink.
Sun 30 Oct 2016
18:00-20:00
Winter Abbey Tours
If these walls could talk...join one of our knowledgeable guides as they bring to life the dramatic history of this fascinating building.
Sat 05 Nov 2016
+ 41 other dates
13:30-14:30
Adult felting workshop
Using natural fleece learn the ancient art of feltmaking
Sun 06 Nov 2016
10:00-16:00
Winter bird walk
A 2 mile walk around the estate to see the birds that make Fountains their home in winter time.
Sat 19 Nov 2016
11:30-13:30
The reindeers' explorer map
The Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal deer have prepared a special explorer map for Father Christmas's reindeer, pointing out all the amazing places across the estate.
Sat 26 Nov 2016
+ 38 other dates
10:00-16:00
Fountains Christmas Post Office
It's nearly Christmas and our post office at Fountains Hall is officially open for business!
Sat 26 Nov 2016
+ 38 other dates
11:00-15:00
Woolly winter workshop
Pop into Swanley Grange to make a woolly winter decoration at Swanley Grange to take home.
Sat 26 Nov 2016
+ 38 other dates
11:00-15:00
Father Christmas's Grotto
What's that sound? It's the jingle of reindeer bells - Father Christmas is touching down at Fountains Abbey this year and he comes bearing gifts.
Sat 26 Nov 2016
+ 9 other dates
13:00-15:00
Music and Lights
Here at Fountains we're getting into the Christmas spirit and have just the thing to enjoy on a cold winter's afternoon.
Sat 26 Nov 2016
+ 8 other dates
15:30-17:00
Christmas floristry workshops
Join award winning florist Joanna, from Twisted Willow Floristry, to create festive decorations to adorn your home using natural materials from right here on the estate!
Mon 05 Dec 2016
+ 2 other dates
10:00-12:30
Festive Christmas Lunches
Enjoy a delicious festive lunch with family, friends or colleagues this December.
Mon 05 Dec 2016
+ 11 other dates
12:00-13:30
On the Hoof
Trot along to St Mary's Church to watch the wild deer munching through their winter feed.
Sat 10 Dec 2016
+ 3 other dates
11:30-12:30
Carols by Candlelight
As Christmas fast approaches it's time for our annual family carol service.
Sun 11 Dec 2016
15:30-16:15
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.
Mon 26 Dec 2016
09:30-13:00
Wedding Open Day
Come join us at Fountains for a glass of Bucks Fizz whilst you chat to our dedicated team with free admission to the estate for the day.
Sun 22 Jan 2017
+ 4 other dates
10:30-13:00