Ampleforth Abbey & Grounds
York
Explore the beautiful grounds of Ampleforth Abbey in beautiful North Yorkshire, with its lakes, trails and woodlands.
Description
Home to a community of Benedictine Monks since 1802, Ampleforth Abbey is a ‘must explore’ when you’re visiting North Yorkshire. Whether you’re wishing to take a tour of the Abbey, try the lovely walks or just wish to have time to reflect. You’ll be made very welcome.
The first Abbey Church was built in the 19th Century. It was demolished to make way for the completion of the new Church, beginning in 1924 with the building of the Choir. The Abbey was finished and consecrated in 1961.
The Visitor Centre tells the Ampleforth story and details the day-to-day life of the Monastic community, featuring display panels, audio items and film, and an interactive quiz. The ‘mouse hunt’ will entertain younger visitors.
Why not refuel and refresh in the Abbey’s excellent licensed Tea Room and enjoy the superb delights they have to offer, with home-made cakes, scones, light meals and scrumptious afternoon teas?
The Abbey shop beholds many a treat. Not just books and cards, but their award winning Monastic produce – Ampleforth Cider, beer, liqueur and even Cider Brandy!
Ampleforth Abbey is located 3 miles from the A170 Thirsk to Scarborough Road and only 5 miles from the lovely town of Helmsley.
Features and facilities
Features
Beautiful Abbey with stunning architecture
Abbey Tours available
Lovely Grounds to explore, with lake and woodland
Fantastic Visitor Centre with film, displays, quiz and a Mouse Hunt
Tours of the Orchard and Cider Mill available
Facilities
Ampleforth Abbey Shop selling books, cards and much more.
‘Monastic Produce’ available on sale, such as the new Ampleforth Abbey Beer (similar recipe to one used in the 17th Century). Also Ampleforth Abbey Cider, Apple Liquer, Cider Brandy, Sloe Gin and much more. All available in the Shop and the Tea Rooms also.
Wonderful Tea Room offering foods of “unequivocal excellence”
‘The Windmill’ – perfect for parties, Christenings, etc. Catering service available too.
Prices
Admission to the Abbey and Grounds is free, but donations are welcomed, which support the work of the Abbey and the community.
Opening times
Open every day. Check website for opening times and tours of the Orchard and Cider Mill
