Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey

Sun 30 Aug · 12:00

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A monthly walk led by volunteers following the historic trail of Cistercian monks at Brimham Rocks in Harrogate.

Everyone is welcome to head on a monthly walk led by our volunteers. Follow in the footsteps of the Cistercian monks on an historic trail leading you to Fountains Abbey. Along the way, you'll be met with expansive views from Riva Hill to Brimham Rocks.

This is an 8 mile walk and will take approximately 5 hours -lunch break included. Please bring your own refreshments and picnics. Don't worry about walking back to Brimham Rocks as we'll be hopping on the DalesBus 825 service at Fountains Abbey at 4:39pm. The bus fare back costs £3, under 19's travel fare is £1.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a short lead and they must also be able to climb over stiles.

These walks will take place on the last Sunday of every month.

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Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey takes place on Sunday, 30 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.

Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey is held at Brimham Rocks in Harrogate (Brimham Moor Road, Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire).

Tickets for Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey

📅 Sunday, 30 August 2026 – Sunday, 27 September 2026🕖 12:00📍 Brimham Rocks

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A monthly walk led by volunteers following the historic trail of Cistercian monks at Brimham Rocks in Harrogate.

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Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a short lead and they must also be able to climb over stiles.

These walks will take place on the last Sunday of every month.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

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Brimham Rocks

Brimham Moor Road, Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

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When is Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey?

Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey takes place on Sunday, 30 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 27 September 2026.

Where is Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey taking place?

Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey is held at Brimham Rocks in Harrogate (Brimham Moor Road, Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire).

How do I get tickets for Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey?

Tickets for Monk's walk to Fountains Abbey can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.