Wow! I didn't know that! walk
Discover unusual facts about the trees and wildflowers Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal that'll make you say 'Wow! I didn't know that!'
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us on a 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 humble dandelion to the great oak tree. 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, just 100m from Fountains Hall.
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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, 100m from Fountains Hall.
- 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 and most complete monastic ruins in the country.
Uncover the mysteries of the masons' marks
Join one of our volunteer tour guides for an interactive tour of the hundreds of masons’ marks found carved into the runs of Fountains Abbey.
Deer walk
Take a walk with the wildlife volunteers to explore the deer park and find out more about the Red, Sika and Fallow Deer.