Kirkham Priory

Open to visitorsan English Heritage site — check opening times and admission before you go

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Kirkham Priory is one of ten priories the Albion Guide lists in North Yorkshire. It sits within the Howardian Hills National Landscape. The nearest railway station is Malton, 7.6 km to the north-east. Other monastic sites nearby include St Mary's Priory Church, Old Malton and Moxby Priory including mill.

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