How do I get from York to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from York to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train and taxi which takes 42 min and costs £30 - £50. How long does it take to get from York to Fountains Abbey? It takes approximately 42 min to get from York to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

How to get into Fountains Abbey for free?

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is open year-round and there's no need to book a visit. Free entry for National Trust members and under fives.

How to get around York without a car?

Explore York by bike with a guided cycling tour to experience the city's rich history, or hire one yourself for a solo adventure. York has plenty of choice for bike hire, with companies offering something for everyone from road bikes and mountain bikes to children's bikes and specially adapted bikes.

Is York a walkable city?

York is England's finest example of a medieval town, so well preserved that it has become one of the world's most interesting historic cities, with a rich mix of activities for the visitor. York is a walker's paradise with endless fascinating sights packed into a small area of one square mile.

Does York, UK have public transportation?

Helping you get around York as easily as possible

From tickets to timetables and route maps, you'll find everything you need on our website and the First Bus App to help you get around as easily as possible. Enjoy the journey!

Exploring Fountains Abbey - stunning and beautiful medieval ruin near Ripon in Yorkshire

Is there a cafe at Fountains Abbey?

Eating at Fountains Abbey

You can access the visitor centre, including the large cafe anytime during opening hours, without needing to step further or pay for entry to Abbey and water garden.

Is Fountains Abbey worth visiting?

Fountains Abbey is a place we'll always return to, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing, and memorable walk. Large interesting site - We went first to Fountains Abbey and then on to Studley Royal Water Garden. Don't miss the Serpentine Tunnel. Plenty of seats.

What to wear to Fountains Abbey?

We are an outdoor site so please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven in places. Access to the abbey is across a level grassy green. When the grass is particularly wet this can be impassable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams.

What has been filmed at Fountains Abbey?

The scenic remains of the abbey are an ideal location for filming and have been used in productions including Anne Boleyn (2011), The Witcher (2021), All Creatures Great and Small (2021) and The Great British Dig (2023).

What is there to do at Fountains Abbey?

Walk down the path from the visitor centre or along from West Gate car park and come face to face with some of the oldest abbey ruins in the country. As well as the abbey itself, you can explore Porter's Lodge, Fountains Hall, Fountains Mill and learn about heritage crafts at Swanley Grange.

What's near Fountains Abbey?

Who owns the Water Rat Ripon?

It's people at the heart of Ripon who really make our wonderful city come alive. This week we spoke to Rick Jones who owns two Ripon institutions, Valentino's Ristorante on Westgate and the riverside The Water Rat Public House and Restaurant.

Do National Trust members get free entry?

Benefits of becoming a member

As a member you can also enjoy: Free entry to more than 500 places in our care.

What happens if I don't pay at National Trust car park?

No, but if you don't have your card to scan for free parking, or if you do not pay for parking, you may receive a compliance notice. If the car park is staffed and the team can validate your membership, you will not have to pay for parking.

Can I still get into National Trust without my card?

No. All our members have scannable cards and in order to gain entry to our places you need to show your membership card to a member of staff and at places with barcode scanners we will need to scan the card to count your entry.