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Bolton Abbey Estate

5 miles away, Bolton Priory was built by the Augustinian Canons and ruined by Henry VIII. This beautiful, well kept country Estate is open to the public. With over 80 miles of riverside, woodland and moorland paths, medieval buildings, picnic areas, tearooms and restaurants, gift shops and fabulous scenery there is something for everyone. Admission £5.00 per vehicle, disable badge concession £3.50.

The Yorkshire Estate of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire.
Explore this historic Estate and discover:

12th Century Priory Ruins
Barden Tower
Strid Wood & Nature Trails
The Strid
River Wharfe and Stepping Stones
Riverside Walks
Flyfishing
Moorland Walks
Gift Shops & Food Shop
Picnic Sites
Tea Rooms & Restaurants

Whatever your interests there are lots of things to do and see. Alternatively you can simply relax in the beautiful countryside and enjoy a picnic whilst the children play.
For further information see www.boltonabbey.com.

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Walks on the Estate
The Estate has over 80 miles of footpaths which take in some of the most spectacular scenery in the dales across heather moorland, through ancient woodland and along the banks of the river Wharfe. Dogs are welcome on the Estate; however, they are not permitted on the moorland access areas. Visitors are asked to keep their dogs on a lead whilst walking through the conservation areas. Leaflets illustrating eight popular walks on the Estate and the nature trails in Strid Wood are available from the Estate gift shops priced £1.00.

Electric and Push Wheelchairs
Electric and push wheelchairs are available for visitors to borrow from April to October giving access to the Priory Ruins and riverside, Strid Wood and the Strid. To avoid disappointment visitors are advised to book in advance. Telephone 01756 718009 or 01756 710663 at weekends.

Admission Prices
£5.00 per vehicle, Disabled Badge Concession £3.50, Motorcycles £2.50, occupants free. Tickets are transferable to all three Estate car parks on the date of issue.

Hours
Open everyday throughout the year from 9 a.m. till dusk.

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Bolton Priory
The 12th century Bolton Priory was home to 26 Black Canons of the Order of Saint Augustine. Despite the Dissolution of the Priory in 1539, much of the monastic layout can still be seen today. Visitors are welcome to wander at their leisure.

The Valley of Desolation
The Valley, which owes its name to a great storm, was one of the Estate’s millennium projects. The area has been planted to show the formation of the landscape since the last ice age and the succession of plants and trees as the surroundings changed. Follow the track up through the valley to the waterfall. Dogs are not allowed into the Valley of Desolation, as it is part of Barden Fell access area.

The Strid
A narrow gorge through which the river is forced. It is extremely dangerous because of the depth and force of water.

Strid Wood
Strid Wood is an ancient woodland, and site of special scientific interest as it is one of the largest areas of acidic oak woodland in the Yorkshire Dales. In 1810 the Rev. William Carr, and the 6th Duke of Devonshire created paths through the woodland and resting spots for the public. Visitors continue to enjoy these today. The green trail, which follows the old coach track from the Cavendish Pavilion to the Strid, is suitable for less able visitors.