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Kirkham Priory

Kirkham Priory
View of the North front of the gatehouse. (c) English Heritage
Kirkham Priory - View of the North front of the gatehouse. (c) View across the Lake - View across the Lake (c)

The riverside ruins of an Augustinian priory, picturesquely set in the beautiful Derwent valley near the Yorkshire Wolds. Features include a gatehouse bedecked with the heraldry of the De Roos family of Helmsley Castle, and a handsome set of monastic washbasins. On-site interpretation includes the story of Winston Churchill's secret visit, and Kirkham's role in preparations for D-Day during World War II.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 Apr -31 Jul 10am-5pm Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-31 Aug 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-30 Sep 10am-5pm Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.00 until 31 Mar 2010 / £3.20 from 1 Apr 2010
Children:
£1.50 until 31 Mar 2010 / £1.60 from 1 Apr 2010
Concession:
£2.60 until 31 Mar 2010 / £2.70 from 1 Apr 2010
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
North Yorkshire - YO60 7JS
Road Access:
5 miles SW of Malton, on a minor road off A64
Train Access:
Malton 6 miles
Bus Access:
Yorkshire Coastliner 840/2/3/5 Leeds - Scarborough/Whitby (passYork railway station and Malton railway station to within 3⁄4mile)
Map Location:
Telephone:
01653 618768

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Male/Female Toilets Male/Female Toilets Education Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Picnic area Hazardous Family Learning Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders
Facilities Details:
Toilets: Portaloo; wheelchair users may need assistance.
Refreshments: Hot and cold drinks and snacks available from ticket office. Picnics welcome in grounds.
Access:
Access to priory and grounds: Smooth grass. Steep steps from cloister to refectory. Three benches overlooking river.
Parking:
10m from ticket office across level stone-flagged path.
Visually Impaired Visitors:
Sounds of wildlife and weir in River Derwent. Flowering cherry tree in grounds.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Free parking for one coach.
Group Booking:
Contact the site for a Group Booking Form and for opening times and prices from 1 April 2010.
Average Length of Visit:
45 minutes

Further Info

Kirkham Priory is currently not accessible via the A64 due to a traffic incident. Please follow diversions. The site is open and accessible via all other routes.
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