Absolutely non-miss this one. This is one of the finest and greatest monasteries in England. Byland Abbey inspired the way churches were built throughout the north. These almost preposterously amazing and extensive ruins used to be a Cistercian abbey in the 12th century, with 36 monks and 100 lay brothers.

The Abbey is maintained by English Heritage and completely free to enter as long as it's daylight.

Andy Smith

August 14, 2018

Cycling

free entry

emmie c

November 12, 2018

Road cycling

Free to visit despite being owned by English Heritage, Byland Abbey is the kind of place that takes your breath away when you spot it on a ride. It dates …

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1. Thirsk loop to the Vale of York, Howardian Hills & North York Moors National Park

66.9km

03:07

450m

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2. The Howardian Hills ANOB loop from Easingwold

94.0km

04:10

750m

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3. Malton figure 8 loop to Castle Howard, Byland Abbey & Coxwold — Howardian Hills

85.5km

03:57

940m

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Location: Byland With Wass, Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Byland Abbey Ruins

1. Thirsk loop to the Vale of York, Howardian Hills & North York Moors National Park

2. The Howardian Hills ANOB loop from Easingwold

3. Malton figure 8 loop to Castle Howard, Byland Abbey & Coxwold — Howardian Hills

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