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What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-30 Sep10am-6pmMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-31 Oct10am-5pmMon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Nov-31 Mar10am-4pmMon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan  

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£5.00
Children:
£2.50
Concession:
£4.00
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
North Yorkshire - YO62 5LB
Road Access:
In Rievaulx; 2 1/4 miles N of Helmsley, on minor road off B1257
Bus Access:
Hutchinson 198, Moorsbus M8 from Helmsley (connections on Scarborough & District 128 from Scarborough railway station)Tue & Thu all year, Mon-Sat June-Sep, Sundays Apr-Oct
Map Location:
Telephone:
01439 798228, Local Tourist Information: Helmsley: 01439 770173

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
ParkingSuitable for people with disabilitiesMale/Female ToiletsMale/Female ToiletsBaby changing facilitiesExhibitionMuseumEducationGuidebooksDogs allowed on leadsAudio tours (included in admission price)ShopPicnic areaEventsHoliday CottagesFamily LearningAdmission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holdersTea Room
Facilities Details:
The Rievaulx Cafe offers fresh locally sourced food, reflecting the best of Yorkshire produce.
Access:
Access to abbey and grounds: Access to most of site via fine loose gravel paths and smooth grass, but some steps, and site is on a slope. Benches available. Wheelchair available.
Exhibition: New interactive exhibition accessed via lift.
Toilets: Adapted unisex WC.
Shop: Level access.
Museum: 200m from ticket office on bonded gravel path. Level access and lift between floors
Parking:
Car park beside entrance. Side gate can be opened for cars to drive closer to abbey; please telephone in advance if possible.
Visually Impaired Visitors:
Special audio tour available
Hearing Impaired Visitors:
Audio tour with hearing loop available

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader
Coach Parking Facilities:
Free parking on site for 2 coaches.
Group Booking:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on +44 (0)1439 798228
Average Length of Visit:
2 hours
Guided Tours:
Musings of a Monk Guided Tour: Cost: Admission fee + £2.50. Tour must be booked at least 3 months in advance.

Further Info

Byland Abbey and Helmsley Castle are both within reasonable travelling distance: Helmsley Castle can be reached on foot via the Cleveland Way National Trail. Approx. 31⁄2 miles (11⁄2 hours) each way. Strong footwear required.