North Yorkshire has some striking examples of former abbeys, most of which were destroyed at the time of the dissolution under Henry VIII, although the nave of Bolton Priory is still intact because it served as the parish church.
Bolton Priory - beautifully situated by the Wharfe with excellent walks and extensive area where children can play (as opposed to a 'play area!')
Fountains Abbey - near Ripon - owned by the National Trust along with the neighbouring Studeley Royal estate. These are possibly the most impressive remains of all.
Jervaux Abbey- in Wensleydale below Leyburn - these remains are perhaps the scantiest but
Rievaulx Abbey -
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