National Lottery Open Week
As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we’re offering entry during National Lottery Open Week from 7-14 March.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
As a thank you to National Lottery players, we’re inviting you to explore the abbey and water garden for free this open week (7-14 March).
You can join a guided tour and explore the extensive abbey ruins. Take a walk among cascades and ponds in the World Heritage Site water garden and venture further into the deer park for a full day out. Please visit the main website to check opening times, events, accessibility information, and more. We look forward to seeing you!
Please note that we aren't offering free access on Mother's Day (15 March).
Times
The basics
- Suitability
1 adult + up to 4 children get free entry with a valid ticket
- What to bring and wear
With so much space to explore - we'd recommend sturdy footwear and waterproofs.... just in case
- Accessibility
Search 'Your accessible visit to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal' to find out more about how we can adapt so that you can have the best experience here.
- Other
Please always check the yellow banner on the Fountains Abbey website before you travel for the latest information on opening.
Upcoming events
Hop into the wild’ family trail, inspired by Disney and Pixar's "Hoppers"
Hop into this self-guided outdoors adventure – with storytelling and play. Fun for all the family.
Winter abbey tour
Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest monastic ruins in the country.
Winter 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
Bird ringing demonstration
Get closer to nature this half term with a rare chance to watch expert bird ringers at work.