Rievaulx Abbey

A fabulously picturesque old abbey near York dismantled by Henry VIII in the 16th Century. Don’t miss an opportunity to go there!
A fabulously picturesque old abbey near York dismantled by Henry VIII in the 16th Century. Don’t miss an opportunity to go there!
Rievaulx Abbey is a striking, and surprisingly complete, example of a 10th Century Cistercian Abbey. The ruined building and the incredible countryside created an awe-inspiring scene.
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Rievaulx Abbey in North Yorkshire. A walk there from Helmsley makes a great day out.

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Although the West Range is more complete, the view from the moat bottom up to the East Tower, even it it's ruinous state, demonstrates how imposing Helmsley Castle would have been.

Helmsley Castle

You can find out about the history of Helmsley with a visit to Helmsley Castle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Helmsley Castle
Sunset at the Sutton Bank.

Sutton Bank National Park Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Sutton Bank National Park Centre, a lovely green space in Cold Kirby. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Sutton Bank National Park Centre
Byland Abbey - a beautiful ruined abbey in a peaceful countryside setting, known for its rose window and lovely geometric floor tiles. #instone

Byland Abbey

You can find out about the history of Byland with Wass with a trip to Byland Abbey. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Byland Abbey
Here is a photograph taken from Castle Howard. Located in York, Yorkshire, England, UK.

Howardian Hills

Explore the great outdoors at Howardian Hills, a lovely green space in York. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Howardian Hills

Rievaulx Terrace & Temples

Learn about the local history of Rievaulx when you spend time at Rievaulx Terrace & Temples. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Rievaulx Terrace & Temples

Hemsley Walled Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Hemsley Walled Garden, a lovely green space in Helmsley. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hemsley Walled Garden

Best Lodging Options Near Rievaulx Abbey

3 bedroom accommodation in Rievaulx, near Helmsley

3 bedroom accommodation in Rievaulx, near Helmsley

Rievaulx, near Helmsley
3 bedroom accommodation in Rievaulx, near Helmsley
This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.

This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.

Rievaulx, near Helmsley
This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.
A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.

A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.

Rievaulx, near Helmsley
A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.
Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa

Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa

4 out of 5
High Street York England
Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa
The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

4 out of 5
Market Place York England
The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire
The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group

The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group

4 out of 5
Market Place York England
The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group
The Royal Oak Hotel

The Royal Oak Hotel

3 out of 5
15 Market Place York England
The Royal Oak Hotel
Borough Beck Cottage

Borough Beck Cottage

Helmsley
Borough Beck Cottage
2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley

2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley

Helmsley
2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley
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