Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
Abbey Walk
Kirkstall Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS5 3EH
England
Website
www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey
Telephone
0113 230 5492
Fax
0113 247 8397
One of the best preserved abbey's in Britain, Kirkstall Abbey is a spectacular and picturesque ruin.
Founded in the 12th centruy by Cistertain monks, it was closed down in 1539 by Henry VIII. This fascinating archeological site has been sought after as the subject matter for famous paintings by JMW Turner and Thomas Girton.
Kirkstall Abbey is has recently undergone a 3.5 million restoration project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and English Heritage. This has included the opening of a brand new visitor centre.
Venue Type:
Museum, Sacred space
Kirkstall Abbey
Abbey Walk
Kirkstall Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS5 3EH
England
Website
www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey
Telephone
0113 230 5492
Fax
0113 247 8397
Collection details
Archaeology, Architecture, Religion
Collections services
- General guide to collections available
- Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Kirkstall Abbey
Abbey Walk
Kirkstall Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS5 3EH
England
Website
www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey
Telephone
0113 230 5492
Fax
0113 247 8397
Multiple Monkeys
Stay and play for multiple birth families. Sometimes we paint or get muddy and in nice weather we go in the ruins. Pleae wear suitable messy clothing.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10-11:30am
Admission
Free
Multiple Monkeys
Stay and play for multiple birth families. Sometimes we paint or get muddy and in nice weather we go in the ruins. Pleae wear suitable messy clothing.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10-11:30am
Admission
Free
Kirkstall Abbey
Abbey Walk
Kirkstall Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS5 3EH
England
Website
www.leeds.gov.uk/kirkstallabbey
Telephone
0113 230 5492
Fax
0113 247 8397
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