Best places: Abbeys in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom

The riverside remains of a medieval abbey form the focal point of an 18th-century landscaped garden.

11th-century abbey ruins in the North York Moors National Park with a cafe and visitor centre.

Church built as an Early English-style Catholic abbey in the 12th century and repurposed in 1537.

👍👍 Visiting Easby Abbey in Richmond, UK, was a captivating experience that seamlessly blended historical richness with serene natural beauty. The well-preserved ruins, nestled in picturesque surroundings, provided a glimpse into the medieval past, while the audio guide offered insightful narratives. Th...

Perched on a clifftop overlooking the town, these ruins were home to the first known English poet.

👍👍 Atmospheric ruins in a very peaceful setting. Informative boards telling the abbey's history. A real sense of tranquility when walking around, yet it's only 10 minutes away from Barnard Castle Free to enter, and a good look round took about 40 minutes. Dog friendly, and a small amount of on-site pa...

Expansive Augustinian abbey ruins with Romanesque architecture, plus herb garden and visitor centre.

Dramatic ruined Cistercian abbey in 126 acres of parkland, plus tea rooms and visitors' centre.

👍👍 I love Shap Abbey so much that I keep going back. I even took my daughter and her Boyfriend there so he could propose to her.... She said yes!