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Bolton Abbey

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A 12th century Augustinian priory set in a superb position on the banks of the River Wharfe. The abbey was founded around 1154 by monks from Embsay who were granted land here by Lady Alice de Romille of Skipton Castle.

At the Dissolution of the Monasteries the priory buildings were sold to the Cliffords of Skipton Castle, and later to the Cavendish family, Dukes of Devonshire. However, the nave of the priory church survived to serve as the parish church for the then village of Bolton-in-Wharfedale. Visitors can enjoy the church, which is open regularly. Visitors will enjoy walking across the River Wharfe by way of stepping stones (if the water level is low) or by way of a footbridge. From the far bank there are footpaths up the hillside and beyond, where fabulous views can be had over the abbey ruins and the surrounding countryside.

A short walk along the Wharfe leads to The Strid, a series of narrow, rocky gorges through which the river bursts quite dramatically.

NB. Technically Bolton Abbey is the name of the village and the estate, while the Augustinian monastery was called Bolton Priory, but most people call the monastery Bolton Abbey as well.
Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire, England, BD23 6AL

About Bolton Abbey
Attraction Type: Abbey
Location: Off the A59 in between Skipton and Harrogate. The abbey ruins are a short, attractive walk from the main parking lot in Bolton Abbey village.
Website: Bolton Abbey
Email: tourism@boltonabbey.com
Phone: +44 (0) 1756 718009
Fax: +44 (0) 1756 710535
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Heritage Highlight: The east end of the church, including the arch of the east window, still stand to full height.
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Nearest Attractions The Strid - 1.6 miles (Countryside) Skipton Castle - 5.4 miles (Castle) East Riddlesden Hall - 7.4 miles (Historic House) Farnley Hall - 9.7 miles (Historic Property) Brimham Rocks - 10.8 miles (Countryside) Janet's Foss - 11.6 miles (Countryside) Gordale Scar - 11.7 miles (Countryside) Malham Cove - 12.2 miles (Countryside)

Nearest Towns and Villages Skipton - 5.4 miles away Pateley Bridge - 8.9 miles away Haworth - 10.8 miles away Kirkby Malham - 11.2 miles away Malham - 11.6 miles away Harrogate - 14.4 miles away Bradford - 14.9 miles away Adel - 15.9 miles away

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

The Olde Sheepcote - 8.7 miles from Bolton Abbey Harrogate, Yorkshire Sleeps: 2 Stay from: £239

1 Springs Cottage - 9.8 miles from Bolton Abbey Darley, Yorkshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £295

Penrhyn - 10.7 miles from Bolton Abbey Haworth, Yorkshire Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £298

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Nearest Hotels

Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel - 0.6 miles from Bolton Abbey Skipton, Yorkshire Stay from: £120.00

The Crescent Hotel - 4.5 miles from Bolton Abbey Ilkley, Yorkshire Stay from: £35.00

The Devonshire Fell Hotel - 5 miles from Bolton Abbey Burnsall, Yorkshire Stay from: £104.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Rockwood House - 4 miles from Bolton Abbey Skipton, Yorkshire From: £32.00

Timothy Taylors The Woolly Sheep - 5.6 miles from Bolton Abbey Skipton, Yorkshire From: £30.00

Roslyn House - 8.8 miles from Bolton Abbey Harrogate, Yorkshire From: £49.00

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Ilkley
Tourist Information Centre
Town Hall
Station Rd
Ilkley
Yorkshire
England
LS29 8HB
Tel: 01943 602 319
Alternate Tel: 01943 436 200
Fax: 01943 436 235
Email: ilkleytic@bradford.gov.uk
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