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Byland With Wass

Byland Abbey – Byland Abbey Ruins loop from Byland with Wass

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United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Ryedale

Byland With Wass

Byland Abbey – Byland Abbey Ruins loop from Byland with Wass

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Byland Abbey – Byland Abbey Ruins loop from Byland with Wass

01:50

6.92km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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North York Moors National Park

Howardian Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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45 m

Byland Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Byland Abbey is a stunning ruin dating back to the 1100s. It was once one of the grandest medieval monasteries but was dissolved by Henry VIII in the 1530s. Today it offers a scenic picnic spot and a glimpse into history. It's free to visit and features a tearoom open from March to November, serving cakes and coffee

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105 m

Byland Abbey Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Absolutely non-miss this one. This is one of the finest and greatest monasteries in England. Byland Abbey inspired the way churches were built throughout the north. These almost preposterously amazing and extensive ruins used to be a Cistercian abbey in the 12th century, with 36 monks and 100 lay brothers.

The Abbey is maintained by English Heritage and completely free to enter as long as it's daylight.

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6.92 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.29 km

2.62 km

1.01 km

Surfaces

3.22 km

2.62 km

846 m

167 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 3 July

21°C

16°C

22 %

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