Kirkstall Abbey
Historic Site
West Yorkshire
PLACE AT A GLANCE
Tuesday–Sunday; 10am–4.30pm April–September, 10am–4pm October–March.
Abbey Road, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH
ABOUT THIS PLACE
Extensive ruins of a 12th-century Cistercian abbey beside the River Aire.
Entry is on a Give What You Can basis. Parking: Large free car park beside Abbey House Museum, including disabled parking.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Address or start point: Abbey Road, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH
Opening and access: Tuesday–Sunday; 10am–4.30pm April–September, 10am–4pm October–March.
Admission and extras: Give What You Can venue; suggested donation £5 per person. Abbey House Museum is separate.
Parking: Large free car park beside Abbey House Museum, including disabled parking.
Families: Strong family and heritage option.
Dogs: Check current rules for abbey grounds before visiting.
Accessibility: Visitor centre is accessible and most grounds are accessible; some surfaces are cobbled or uneven.