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Rievaulx Abbey

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 its long history are displayed in the indoor interactive museum, and afterwards there’s delicious local food to enjoy in the cafe. For families wanting to let off steam, why not explore the many walking and cycling trails around the site?

Remains of the Chapter House and other buildings around the cloister
Remains of the chapter house & other buildings around the cloister © English Heritage Photo Library (c)
Rievaulx Abbey General View - Rievaulx Abbey © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Rievaulx Abbey view from the North West - View of the church from the North West © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Reconstruction drawing of the Presbytery at Rievaulx Abbey - Reconstruction drawing of the Presbytery in the 13th century by Peter Dunn © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Rievaulx Abbey view towards the Presbytery - View towards the Presbytery © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Abbot William's Shrine, Rievaulx Abbey - Abbot William's shrine c. 1250 Commemorates the first abbot (1132-45) (DP027678) © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Remains of the Chapter House and other buildings around the cloister - Remains of the chapter house & other buildings around the cloister © English Heritage Photo Library (c)
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