United Kingdom
England
Yorkshire And The Humber
North Yorkshire
Ryedale
Byland With Wass
Byland Abbey Ruins
United Kingdom
England
Yorkshire And The Humber
North Yorkshire
Ryedale
Byland With Wass
Byland Abbey Ruins
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 40 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: North York Moors National Park
Location: Byland With Wass, Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom
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.
August 11, 2023
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