Days Out

Great Abbeys of Yorkshire

The evocative remains of some of the finest abbeys are within easy distance of Mount Grace. Spend some time exploring the abbeys of Whitby, Easby, Byland and Fountains, a World Heritage site.

Fortified Castles of Yorkshire

Thousands of years of Yorkshire’s turbulent history are waiting to be discovered at Scarborough Castle, Pickering Castle, Richmond Castle and Helmsley Castle, a cradle of English chivalry.

York

There are ‘must sees’ in this fascinating city to please the whole family. Glorious Gothic York Minster and The Shambles, a neighbouring maze of medieval streets and tempting shops and cafes stand within the city walls. At the Jorvik Centre travel back 1000 years exploring York’s Viking history then the nearby Railway Museum has an incredible collection of trains and interactive fun.

Whitby

This coastal town with its maze of alleyways and narrow streets winding down to the harbour was the home town of Captain Cook, the great 18th century navigator and explorer. A replica of his ship, Bark Endeavour, is moored there. Some of the best fish and chips in England are served around the little port!

Robin Hood’s Bay

This ancient village clings to the cliffside seeming to defy gravity. Park at the top and wend your way through the labyrinth of tiny, winding streets to the sea below, where at low tide the beach is a paradise for fossil hunters, tide poolers and walkers.

Cleveland Way National Trail

This 109 mile walking trail which begins in Helmsley and finishes on the coast at Saltburn can be easily joined close to Mount Grace Priory.

Yorkshire Food and Farmers’ Markets

There’s a fantastic tradition of good food in Yorkshire. There are regular farmers’ markets where the best of locally reared meat, vegetables and dairy products such as Wensleydale and Yorkshire Blue cheeses can be bought. Try some Yorkshire Parkin, a dark, spicy and delicious ginger cake or a Yorkshire Fat Rascal, similar to a currant tea cake and, of course, Yorkshire pudding, the county’s most celebrated dish.