Kirkham Priory, Kirkham, Yorkshire
Details
Accessibility
2025-
Assistance Dogs Welcome
Good access although manual wheelchair users may wish to bring an assistant.
Benches located near entrance and placed around the ruins.
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kirkham-priory/access/
Brief description
"Located on the banks of the river Derwent, Kirkham Priory was founded 900 years ago, during an era of monastic reform. For over 400 years it was home to a community of Augustinian canons who were embedded in the religious, social, political and economic structures of the medieval north.
Monastic life at Kirkham came to an end in 1539 during Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries. The priory’s picturesque ruins became a tourist destination in the 19th century, and during the Second World War secret military research was conducted in the monastery’s grounds."
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kirkham-priory/history/
Address
Phone
2025-
01653 618768
Website
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kirkham-priory/
Directions
2025-
5 miles south-west of Malton and 12 ½ miles north-east of York on a minor road off A64.
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Opening Times
2025-
For up-to-date opening times see: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kirkham-priory/opening-times/
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Train: Malton station 6 miles
Bus: Ryecat 184 & 185 to Kirkham Priory village (Tue, Fri, Sat); otherwise Yorkshire Coastliner X40, 840, 843 & 845 (pass York and Malton railway station) to Whitwell On The Hill then 3⁄4 mile walk
Amenities
Baby Changing Facilities
Disability Toilets
Priory
Ruin
Toilets
Shop
2025-
Picnic area
Parking
Travel Information
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Location
Nearest Venues
Stone Trough Inn, Kirkham, Yorkshire
310 metres*
365 metres*
St Michael's Church, Crambe, Yorkshire YO60 7JR
966 metres*
Whitwell-on-the-Hill, Yorkshire
1,461 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.