If peace and tranquillity is what you seek from a family day out in Yorkshire, then Rievaulx Abbey is the perfect choice. Set in a remote valley in the North York Moors National Park, Rievaulx is one of the most complete, and atmospheric, of England’s abbey ruins. It’s no wonder it’s one of the most popular visitor attractions in the North.
Learn about the monks in medieval times – how they devoted their lives to spiritual matters and at the same time established a thriving business to become one of the wealthiest monasteries in Britain.
Then enjoy some delicious Yorkshire fare in the café before taking a stroll around the beautiful grounds.
The Medieval Year: Spring and Summer
Sat 26 & Sun 27 May 2012
Meet the medieval townsfolk of the York City Levy as they reveal some of the tasks, customs and celebrations of the medieval Spring and Summer. Costumed performers present life in the 15th century through presentations and living history.
Meandering Monks Family Fun Trail
Sat 21 Jul - Fri 10 Aug 2012
Time for prayers but where are the Brothers? Help find the missing mini model monks around the ruins.
The Medieval Year: Lammas
Sat 11 & Sun 12 Aug 2012
Meet the medieval townsfolk as they show us some of the tasks, customs and celebrations of the medieval year.Celebrating the harvest and Lammas, these costumed performers present life in the 15th century with a day of presentations and living history.
Prices and opening times
Rievaulx, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire - YO62 5LB (Directions)
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