Opening Times:
| April 2009 to March 2010 | Opening Times | Opening Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr-30 Sep | 10am-6pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1 Oct-1 Nov | 10am-5pm | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 2 Nov-31 Mar | 10am-4pm | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan | Closed |
How much does it cost?
Adult:
£5.00
Children:
£2.50
Concession:
£4.30
English Heritage Members:
Free - Join English Heritage
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:
Moorsbus M8, M91 and the Heritage Bus from Helmsley (connections on Scarborough & District 128 from Scarborough railway station) Tue & Thu all year, Mon-Sat June-Sep, Sundays Apr-Oct. Hodgson’s Bus Company also run the 199 Service to Rievaulx Bank Top operating every Friday from 1st Friday in October to last Friday in June.
Accommodation
Map Location:
Cycle Routes:
Telephone:
01439 798228, Local Tourist Information: Helmsley: 01439 770173
What facilities are available?
Facilities Available:
Facilities Details:
The Rievaulx Cafe offers fresh locally sourced food, reflecting the best of Yorkshire produce. The café is now selling wonderful home made mince pies with a special recipe and home baked flap jacks – perfect with a lovely warming mug of hot chocolate in the cosy café! Also we now have the Cider on sale – made at the Ampleforth Abbey (down the road) from their world famous apple orchards.
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
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 plus small charge per person. Tour must be booked at least 3 months in advance.
Booking Form:
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.
