Wildlife walk: Wow! I didn't know that
Discover unusual facts about the trees and wildflowers found at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, from the humble dandelion to a great old oak.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us on this guided walk that will make you say 'WOW! I didn't know that'. Discover more about the wildlife and nature around Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, from the flowers that scatter colour across the green canvas, to the huge trees that enjoy the varied landscape. There is so much to discover on this walk.
This guided exploration is full of surprises for adults and budding young naturalists aged 11+ years.
The walk starts at 2pm and lasts around 1 hour 30 minutes. Meet your tour guide at the West Gate entrance.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Meeting point
Meet your tour guide at the West Gate entrance.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.
- Accessibility
This walk take you across hard standing paths, boggy and steep terrain. The route is not suitable for prams, wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
Upcoming events
Garden and abbey tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover the secrets and surprises of Studley Royal Water Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Abbey tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest monastic ruins in the country.
May half term
Enjoy a bird themed nature trail and see how many papier mache birds you can spot hiding in the trees around the bird hide.
Medieval Industry: bread, beer and wool tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the people who lived and worked on the Fountains Abbey estate.