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Fountains Abbey.

"It is hardly possible to imagine a more fascinating sight than the ruins of Fountains seen in the distance from the high ground above. For beauty of position, for architectural perfection, and for the extent of the still existing buildings, the abbey of "Our Lady of the Water Springs," must be allowed the first place among similar English sights. The obvious care now bestowed upon the preservation of all that destroying hands have left adds in an unexpected way to the charm which the remains of church and buildings exert over the mind." Extract from "The Greater Abbeys of England" (Open Library).


Fountains Abbey is a National Trust property with free entry for National Trust members.

Address:
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden,
Ripon,
Nr Harrogate,
North Yorkshire HG4 3DY
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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