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Jervaulx Abbey
East Witton, Yorkshire
Privately owned ruined abbey in Wensleydale, open from dawn to dusk with an honesty-box entry.
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
Jervaulx is a ruined Cistercian abbey in the lower dale, cared for by its private owners rather than a national body. Entry is voluntary through an honesty box, and the grounds are open from dawn to dusk. The tearoom is permanently closed, so bring a picnic.
Good to know
- Leave a contribution at the honesty box
- Check closures for private events in summer
- Best time
- Late afternoon
- Open
- All year, dawn to dusk
- Getting there
- Off the A6108, own car park
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Facilities
- Toilets
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