Jervaulx Cistercian Abbey

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Jervaulx Cistercian Abbey is one of eleven abbeys the Albion Guide lists in North Yorkshire. It sits inside Nidderdale National Landscape. The nearest other abbey is Coverham Abbey, 6.5 km to the west.

More at the National Heritage List entry

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