To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site. Find out more here.

Allow cookies

Skip To Main Content

You are here > Explore > Rievaulx Abbey

Rievaulx Abbey

Abbey

Rievaulx, York, YO62 5LB

Tel: 01439 798228

Website

Inside Rievaulx Abbey

Book Tickets Online

About us

Escape the crowds and experience the serene beauty of this impressive monastic site, in the middle of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Rievaulx Abbey was founded by St Bernard of Clairvaux in 1132 and became one of England’s wealthiest monasteries before its dissolution by King Henry VIII in 1538. Highlights of this long history are displayed in the indoor interactive museum, and The Work of God and Man exhibition shows how religion blended with business in the lives of the monks. Afterwards there’s delicious local food to enjoy in the tea room, and, for families wanting to let off steam, plenty of walking and cycling trails around the site.

- Visitors are now able to enjoy a new Museum displaying objects that shed light on the uniqueness of Rievaulx and the fascinating people who founded and developed the Abbey
- Also see our brand new Visitor Centre with a lovely selection of lunches and light bites on offer, with the stunning backdrop of the Abbey.



Family friendly resources and activities. Tearoom, Audio tour included in admission price. Events, Holiday cottages

Guide Prices

Member - Join now Free Free
Adult £8.00
Child (5-15 years) £4.80
Concession tool-tip £7.10
Family (2 adults, 3 children) £20.80

Facilities

Site Features

  • English Heritage Property
  • Regional Tourist Board Member
  • Welcome Host

Property Facilities

  • Dogs accepted
  • Gift shop

Children

  • Children welcome

Catering

  • Picnic site

Parking

  • Free Parking

Groups

  • Facilities for educational visits

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Awards

  • Yorkshire AwardsWhite Rose Award Finalist White Rose Award Finalist 2016
  • Yorkshire AwardsWelcome To Yorkshire Member Welcome To Yorkshire Member 2016
  • Visit EnglandVistEngland VAQAS VistEngland VAQAS 2016
  • Other AwardsEnglish Heritage English Heritage 2016

Road Directions

2 1/4 miles North of Helmsley on a minor road off the B1257.


The nearest railway station is Malton, which is 18 miles away.

Follow Us

TripAdvisor

What's Nearby

  1. The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa

    The Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa is a secluded luxury retreat, nestled in the...

    2.24 miles away

  2. The Black Swan Hotel

    The Black Swan Hotel at Helmsley is a historic inn, turned boutique hotel. Right in the...

    2.37 miles away

  3. Test Hotel

    Do not use

    2.45 miles away

  1. Studford Luxury Lodges

    A cluster of 6 exclusive lodges with unbelievable interiors, all mod cons, sauna &...

    3.2 miles away

  2. Carr House Farm

    Featured in The Times 2017 by top travel writer. BBC Countryfile in top 10 of places for...

    4.28 miles away

  3. Sunset Cottages

    Granary conversion forming 4 cottages & two flats on a quiet, secluded working farm. Set...

    6.55 miles away

  4. Jollydays Luxury Camping

    Situated in beautiful woodland 10 miles from York camping with comfort.
    Everything...

    6.86 miles away

  5. Robin Hood Caravan Park (Hire)

    Just 20 mins drive from York, Robin Hood Caravan Park provides a perfect gateway to the...

    9.96 miles away

  6. Robin Hood Caravan Park (Tourers/Tents)

    This privately owned, award winning park is a perfect base for families and couples...

    9.96 miles away

  7. Cropton Cabins

    Forest Holidays allow you to discover yourselves again. Away from the bustle of everyday...

    12.01 miles away

  8. Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park

    Stay at Castle Howard's peaceful holiday park overlooking the Great Lake and historic...

    12.75 miles away

  9. Keldy Cabins

    Forest Holidays allow you to discover yourselves again. Away from the bustle of everyday...

    13.13 miles away

  10. Rosedale House

    Three bedrooms, open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with...

    13.94 miles away

  11. Rivington Lodge

    Great location, ideal for families or couples, small but friendly site, with onsite small...

    14.06 miles away

  12. The Talbot Hotel

    The Talbot Hotel has recently been fully restored. Classic British design now meets...

    15.4 miles away

  13. Best Western Crown Hotel

    Fully-modernised, 12thC coaching inn, 1 mile from the A1 and halfway between Edinburgh...

    15.92 miles away
Previous Next
More
Sign Up for Your e-newsletter View Our Gorgeous guides
Explore
Sleep
What's On
Eat & Drink
Shopping
Beyond York
Visitor Information
Blog

Share the adventure

© Visit York is part of Make it York Ltd. | Registered in England | Reg No: 9308493 | VAT Reg: 208 0876 10 | Reg Office: 1 Museum St, York. UK. YO1 7DT

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss