Bolton Abbey Estate is open throughout the year. View our current opening times. Pre-booking is advisable, but not essential, in order to guarantee your preferred time of arrival.
Do you have to pay to see Bolton Abbey?
Bolton Abbey accepts no responsibility for any personal property. Photography is allowed for non-commercial private use only.
| Ticket type | Price | Entry to |
|---|---|---|
| On the day Entry ticket motorcar /motorbike | £15.00 | Admits one vehicle and all passengers to your chosen car park, Priory Ruins, visitor facilities and wider estate. |
Can you walk through Bolton Abbey?
A circular walk from Bolton Abbey, starting near to the Priory. The walk takes in the ruins of the priory and passes a couple of cafes en-route.
Circular walk from Bolton Abbey along the River Wharfe and the Strid.
| Parking: | Car Park at Bolton Abbey (grid reference SE 071 538). |
|---|---|
| Walk distance: | 7.2 miles (11.5 Km) |
| Estimated walk time: | 3 hours |
| Height climbed: | 320 metres |
Which car park is best for Bolton Abbey?
Bolton Abbey car park is closest to the Priory Church and Ruins and Stepping Stones. Strid Wood car park at the northern end of the Estate. For satellite navigation follow BD23 6AN.
Is Bolton Abbey part of National Trust?
No, Bolton Abbey is separate.
Can you go in the water at Bolton Abbey?
Bolton Abbey
The river is spanned below the abbey by a bridge and some stepping stones, and just upstream a deep, wide pool forms which is ideal for swimming.
Where is Bolton Abbey waterfall?
The two Posforth Gill Falls are a pair of fine waterfalls situated in Posforth Gill near the popular Cavendish Pavillion car park on the Bolton Abbey Estate. Both of the Posforth Gill falls require a slight detour from the main footpath above and alongside the gill which is a popular route up on Simon’s Seat.
How long do you need at Bolton Abbey?
A good walk round the Abbey Ruins from the Abbey Car Park would take around 3 hours but there is a lot more to see in the Abbey Estate than the Abbey Ruins. This could take around 5 hours ore more.
Are there toilets at Bolton Abbey?
yes there are toilets located near the car park and visitor shop.
What has been filmed at Bolton Abbey?
Filming Location Matching “Bolton Priory, Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire, England, UK” (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)
- This Sporting Life (1963)
- The Water Babies (1978)
- 1920 (2008)
- West Riding (1946)
- Treasure Hunt (1982–1989)
- The Trip (2010–2020)
- Antiques Roadshow (1979– )
- Highway (1983–1994)
How do you pay for parking in Bolton?
Save time by registering and paying for your parking via your mobile phone using the RingGo app or at the myRingGo website. Alternatively call the standard rate telephone number 0161 634 0340 shown on the ticket machines, at the time you want to park.
Is Abbey Park Free parking?
There is no charge for parking in Pay & Display bays on street between 6pm and 07:30am.
How long can you park for at Bolton Shopping Park?
3 hours
A short walk from Bolton Library and Museum is Bolton Shopping Centre retail park on Trinity Way. Parking here is FREE (for shoppers) for a maximum of 3 hours, which should cover our meeting with no problem at all. Please Note: Be sure not to overstay the 3 hours though as it is operated by an automated camera system.
Is Fountains Abbey the same as Bolton Abbey?
Bolton Abbey is much smaller and has less to see. If you have plenty of time then Fountains would get my vote every time. Definitely Fountains Abbey and the adjoining Studley Royal Water Gardens. Bolton Abbey is lovely and well worth visiting, but the Fountains Abbey is a league above in all counts.
Is there parking at Bolton Abbey station?
There are picnic areas at all stations, including Holywell Halt, with facilities for the disabled at Bolton Abbey station. Ample free parking is available at both Embsay and Bolton Abbey stations.
Is it free to go to Whitby Abbey?
Whitby’s famous 199 steps. Entrance fees for Whitby Abbey are charged, though access is free for members of English Heritage.
Can you walk dogs at Bolton Abbey?
Well behaved dogs are most welcome to visit Bolton Abbey, however they must be kept on a lead when walking in Strid Wood and along the Priory Trail and Welly Walk .
Can you paddle at Bolton Abbey?
Families visit time and time again to enjoy building sandcastles on the beach, paddling with their fishing nets, and picnics beside the river.
How do you get to the Hells cauldron?
You should call at the farm next to the hall and ask permission to visit the legendary Hell’s Cauldron. Years ago, when everyone got exctied about devils and vampires – they used to charge a fee to do this. Now – it’s free – and it’s more often than not a place of perfect peace.
Why are there no dogs in the Valley of Desolation?
Dogs are not permitted on Barden Moor and Barden Fell other than on the public rights of way which cross Barden Moor. Therefore, dogs cannot go up the Valley of Desolation and to Simon’s Seat. Grouse shooting will take place on Barden Moor and Barden Fell from 12th August to 14th December.
Why is it called Simon’s seat?
Simon’s Seat is a prominent outcrop of millstone grit, visible for many miles around and lying close to Bolton Abbey. The name is associated with a story concerning a baby found by a shepherd boy who was named Simon. Its summit is at 485m (1591 feet) and has a trig point surrounded by large gritstone boulders.